Mission controllers at ATV-CC were visited last week by young participants in the Mission X programme, designed to encourage youth, 8-12 years of age, across Europe to adopt good fitness habits, a good diet and a healthy lifestyle based on the training that astronauts undergo in preparation for their missions. More information via https://trainlikeanastronaut.org.

All photos ©CNES/Jacob Chetrit, 2011

Participants of Mission X at ATV-CC

Learning about what is happening today in space

A young student is fascinated

A rare opportunity: to sit in the VIP and media room above the Control Room

Outside the Control Centre, the kids show their enthusiasm

The kids pose for a group photo outside the complex

A presentation on the Moon

Enthusiastic youth at ATV-CC