ESA Human Spaceflight and Exploration - Astrium's Lunar lander firing up for touchdown

A test firing of Lunar Lander’s 220 N thrusters in Astrium’s specialised test facility in Lampoldshausen, Germany. 

The engines will guide Lunar Lander to a safe touchdown on the Moon. 

The thrusters have already flown on ESA’s series of Automated Transfer Vehicles. Tested for their new lunar role, they demonstrated excellent performance.

Credits: Astrium