Missions to Saturn
Saturn is closer to us and is easier to get to. We've sent a few probes out it's way, but the most important is the Cassini-Huygens currently in orbit around the planet.
| # | Name | Launch Date | Closest Approach | Mission End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pioneer 11 | 04/05/1973 | 09/01/1979 | 09/30/1995 |
| 2 | Voyager 1 | 09/05/1977 | 11/12/1980 | Active |
| 3 | Voyager 2 | 08/20/1977 | 08/26/1981 | Active |
| 4 | Cassini/Huygens | 10/15/1997 | Orbit | Active |
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