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Things are finally looking up for NASA's first missions to Venus in a generation

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Briefings

NASA's first Venus missions are finally scheduled for launch in the early 2030s, marking a significant shift from the previous generation's exploration. The Deep Atmosphere Venus Investigation of Noble gases, Chemistry, and Imaging (DAVINCI) mission is set for December 2030, while Venus Emissivity, Radio science, InSAR, Topography, And Spectroscopy (VERITAS) launches in November 2032. These missions aim to return the first direct surface images since 1982 and map the planet using radar. A European orbiter, Envision, is also planned for 2032, and a private Rocket Lab probe targets organic material detection in 2031. Coverage is limited to confirmed launch schedules and mission objectives.

Key points

• NASA's first Venus missions are scheduled for launch in the early 2030s, specifically in December 2030 for DAVINCI and November 2032 for VERITAS.
• DAVINCI will send a parachute-assisted descent probe to return the first direct surface images of Venus since 1982.

Context and limitations

Launch dates are subject to final mission design adjustments; private probe timing remains uncertain; no data on orbital mission trajectories or payload specifications.

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