Rumba
vehicleRumba is a spacecraft part of the Cluster II mission for solar-terrestrial science.
Rumba is one of four spacecraft in the Cluster II mission, launched on July 16, 2000, alongside Salsa, Samba, and Tango. These spacecraft are equipped with 11 advanced instruments each, aimed at studying solar-terrestrial interactions. They were launched using a Soyuz-Fregat rocket from Baikonur as part of a collaboration between ESA and NASA.
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- mission2025-10-22Rumba's targeted reentry scheduled
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Rumba expected to reenter on 22 October
Rumba is set for reentry on 22 October 2025, marking the second of the Cluster satellites to return to Earth. Utilizing ESA's targeted reentry technique, Rumba's descent will be observed, ensuring safety and compliance with Zero Debris commitments. Following Rumba, Samba and Tango will reenter in September 2026, continuing the mission's legacy.