Did Voyager 2 Launch Before or After Its Twin Voyager 1?

💡 The Answer

• Voyager 2 launched 16 days before its twin Voyager 1.
• Despite launching later, Voyager 1 traveled faster and reached Jupiter first.
• Voyager 2's launch date was August 20, 1977.
• Voyager 1 launched on September 5, 1977.
• This timing allowed Voyager 2 to fly by more planets.