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Cheops on the move
19 NOV. 2019 publication date 2784 Views

The Cheops satellite during transfer from building S5C to the payload facility of S5A through the internal corridor, as part of launch preparations at Europe's spaceport in Kourou, French Guyana. The satellite is being moved on its multi-purpose trolley under the supervision of Airbus staff and with the support of the spaceport team. During all phases, a dedicated plastic bag protects the satellite and its payload are protected from contamination.

Credits

ESA/CNES/Arianespace/Optique vidéo du CSG/S Martin

License

ESA Standard Licence

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