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NASA's Ingenuity helicopter completed its 63rd flight on Mars, covering a distance of 1,901 feet, its longest since Flight 25. The 4-pound rotorcraft reached a maximum altitude of 39 feet and a top speed of 14.1 mph. Originally tasked with demonstrating powered flight on Mars, Ingenuity has now been granted a mission extension and is serving as a scout for NASA's Perseverance rover.
NASA's Mars helicopter, Ingenuity, has set a new flight record by reaching an altitude of 20 meters on its 59th flight, surpassing its previous record by 6 meters. Since its maiden flight in April 2021, Ingenuity has achieved various milestones, including flying for as long as 169.5 seconds, covering a distance of 2,325 feet, and reaching speeds of up to 15 mph. The helicopter's impressive performance has not only assisted the Perseverance rover but has also provided valuable aerial shots for planning the rover's routes. NASA plans to develop more advanced versions of the flying machine based on Ingenuity's success for future missions to Mars and beyond.
NASA's Ingenuity helicopter achieved a new altitude record on its 59th flight on Mars, reaching a height of 66 feet (20 meters). The 4-pound (1.8 kilograms) rotorcraft completed a full hover during the flight, covering no horizontal distance. Ingenuity, which landed on Mars with the Perseverance rover in February 2021, is serving as a scout for the rover team, helping identify routes and science targets. Over the course of its 59 flights, Ingenuity has traveled a total of 43,652 feet (13,304 m) and stayed aloft for 106.5 minutes.