Today our Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter mission marks 15 years since launch. It has shown us an active Red Planet, capturing dust devils, fresh impact craters, and even avalanches in progress from orbit – all while also supporting ground operations. See more: go.nasa.gov/3kExWRu Learn all about the mission: mars.nasa.gov/mro/ | NASA Mars

This video captures the historic launch of the Mars Odyssey orbiter on April 7, 2001, featuring stunning footage from a forward-facing camera, highlighting the dramatic moment when the boosters are jettisoned, providing a rare and detailed look into the critical early stages of the Mars Odyssey mission. #MarsOdyssey #SpaceExploration #MarsMission #RocketLaunch #BoosterSeparation #SpaceFootage #2001Launch #OrbiterMission #NASAHistory #spacetechnology | Spaceagency.blog