NASA Troubleshoots Chandra Instrument Problem

On Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, routine monitoring data from NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory indicated a power supply problem in the spacecraft’s High Resolution Camera. Chandra mission specialists have paused science operations and put the four science instruments into safe mode while they analyze the situation and determine the appropriate response. 

The spacecraft itself is operating normally. Launched in 1999, Chandra has delivered a wealth of images and data that help scientists understand the structure, evolution, and exotic objects of our universe. 

NASA will provide more information as it becomes available at nasa.gov/Chandra.