The MAP trajectory will have 3 or 5 lunar phasing loops, and a lunar gravity assist to Lagrange Point 2. The cruise time to L2 is approximately 100 days. At L2, MAP will spin like a top, with its two telescopes pointed away from the Sun and Earth. Click to enlarge.

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