Assessment this AM of latest debris object tracking data and Swarm-B orbit indicated conjunction risk has fallen to acceptable levels. Therefore, the debris avoidance manoeuvre planned for tonight has been cancelled. Full update to come a little later.
Swarm debris manoeuvre cancelled
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