It returns to Christchurch after a two-year hiatus.
During its final stint in Christchurch, SOFIA will make an estimated 32 flights with two main science goals. The observatory will use its High-resolution Airborne Wideband Camera Plus instruments to map thegalaxy's magnetic fields; it will also use the German Receiver for Astronomy at Terahertz Frequencies to study stellar feedback, or the interaction of stars with their local environment.
"We are committed to delivering a strong finish for this unique astrophysics mission, from a place of strength and pride, by giving our scientific community as much data as possible from the Southern Hemisphere," Rangwala said.Follow Stefanie Waldek on Twitter
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