At just before 1:50 p.m. EDT on Sept. 1, 2019, NASA's Parker Solar Probe completed its third close approach of the Sun.
Parker Solar Probe Completes Third Close Approach of the Sun
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At just before 1:50 p.m. EDT on Sept. 1, 2019, NASA's Parker Solar Probe completed its third close approach of the Sun.