Mission types reference
Use mission type as the planning scaffold. Surveys prioritize sensors and coverage; sample return adds Earth-entry risk; cargo stresses manifests and berthing; cyclical routes stress operations rhythm and maintenance. Pair with mission planning for window integration.
| Type | Label | Phase | Typical duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| survey | Orbital survey | Discovery | Short |
| sample | Sample return | Science | Medium |
| cargo | Cargo delivery | Economy | Variable |
| cyclical | Cyclical route | Logistics | Long |