"NASA's Ingenuity Mars Helicopter Communication Lost"

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"NASA's Ingenuity Mars Helicopter Communication Lost"
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NASA's Ingenuity Mars helicopter lost communication with its handlers during its 72nd flight on Mars, with data indicating a successful climb to its maximum altitude before the communication termination. The team is analyzing available data to reestablish contact, considering options such as a visual inspection by the Perseverance rover. Ingenuity has completed 72 flights, covering 11 miles on Mars, and its future operations depend on reestablishing communication.

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