NASA Science Editorial TeamNovember 26, 2018CategoriesInSight (Interior Exploration using Seismic Investigations, Geodesy and Heat Transport)Jet Propulsion LaboratoryMarsPlanetary SciencePlanetary Science Division InSight Prepares to Enter Martian AtmosphereNASA’s InSight lander has separated from the cruise stage. It is turning to orient its heat shield in preparation for the entry, descent and landing process at Mars. NASA Science Editorial TeamNovember 26, 2018CategoriesInSight (Interior Exploration using Seismic Investigations, Geodesy and Heat Transport)Jet Propulsion LaboratoryMarsPlanetary SciencePlanetary Science Division