Encounter
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An encounter with the Mun
An encounter occurs when the projected flightpath of a spacecraft intersects the sphere of influence (representing the gravitational field) of a celestial body. Encounters are displayed in map view by an encounter node and a colorized trajectory path.
Upon arrival at an encounter node, the game switches the orbital reference of the craft to that of the encountered celestial body; an ideal moment to plan maneuvers to stabilize into an orbit.
Encounters are essential for all munar and interplanetary travels. And to get back home.
