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April 17, 2026 Quick space links
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April 17, 2026 Quick space links

NASA has approved the provision of rocket, landing engines, and radioisotope heater units for Europe's Mars Franklin rover, selecting a Falcon Heavy for its 2028 launch. Originally, Russia was to supply the lander, but was removed from the project following its 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Airbus and Sener now hold contracts for its development.