Martian Moons eXploration

JAXA-led mission to robotically explore and sample Mars' moons. Martian Moons eXploration was launched on October 19, 2026 aboard a H3-24L from Tanegashima.

COSPAR 2026-236ANORAD 101109Japan

Identity

Name in GCAT: MMX RM
Common name: Martian Moons eXploration
Payload designation: Return Module
International designator: 2026-236A
NORAD catalog number: 101109
GCAT identifier: S101109

Mission

Mission type: —
Owner: JAXA
Country: Japan

Launch

Date: October 19, 2026 · 19:41 UTC
Launch record: 2026-236Success
Rocket: H3-24L
Spaceport: Tanegashima · pad Y2

Orbit and fate

Status: —

Source: GCAT payload, deep-space and lander catalogs, Jonathan C. McDowell (CC BY 4.0); Wikidata Q30748458 (CC0).