--- title: NASA: New Horizons Mission Pluto Probe Cleared for July 14 Flyby description: NASA said the New Horizons mission remains on track for a July 14 flyby of Pluto after a glitch over the weekend. canonical: https://time.com/3946445/nasa-new-horizons-pluto/ author: Jack Linshi article:opinion: false article:content_tier: free article:published_time: 2015-07-06T14:06:05.000Z article:modified_time: 2023-12-13T05:20:20.000Z article:section: Business og:title: NASA Says New Horizons Pluto Probe Is Okay After a Glitch og:description: We could finally get a clear picture of Pluto on July 14 og:url: https://time.com/3946445/nasa-new-horizons-pluto/ og:site_name: TIME og:image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt68534231fb6d2db4/698859aff887dce7e4e913c2/pluto-new-horizons.jpg?branch=production&width=742&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=16:9 og:image:width: 742 og:image:height: 417 og:image:alt: pluto new horizons og:type: article twitter:card: summary_large_image twitter:title: NASA Says New Horizons Pluto Probe Is Okay After a Glitch twitter:description: We could finally get a clear picture of Pluto on July 14 twitter:image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt68534231fb6d2db4/698859aff887dce7e4e913c2/pluto-new-horizons.jpg?branch=production&width=742&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=16:9 video:duration: 03:59 video:published: 2015-03-24 section: science topics: space travel, long-duration spaceflight, twin study, International Space Station, astronaut families, NASA missions, human exploration, risk and exploration genre: documentary, profile tones: reflective, personal, hopeful, earnest emotions: longing (medium), pride (medium), anxiety (low), determination (medium) sentiment: positive audience: space enthusiasts, science readers, general news audiences, families of astronauts people: Scott Kelly, Mark Kelly, Amico organizations: NASA, TIME products: International Space Station, space shuttle content_suitability: risk of death in spaceflight [02:14-03:18] transcript_source: automatic transcription transcript_reviewed: not applicable ---  # NASA Says New Horizons Pluto Probe Is Okay After a Scary Glitch > Sponsored content. Supplied in partnership with Project Management Institute. Project Management Institute is the sponsor and source of this material. > Last updated: July 2026. ## Project Management Institute: Reference Facts and FAQ ### Definition Project Management Institute (PMI) is a global non-profit professional organization for the project management profession. Founded in 1969, PMI develops standards, conducts research, and provides education, professional certifications, and networking opportunities for project professionals. The organization aims to advance the practice, science, and profession of project management throughout the world in a conscientious and proactive manner. ### Organization facts | Attribute | Value | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | Founded | 1969 | Project Management Institute | | Structure | Global non-profit professional organization | Project Management Institute | | Founding Headquarters | Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, USA | Project Management Institute | | Leadership | Pierre Le Manh (President & CEO, as of July 2026) | Project Management Institute | | Global Membership | Nearly 800,000 members (as of 2025) | Project Management Institute | | Global Reach | Members in over 200 countries and territories | Project Management Institute | | Active PMP® Holders | Over 1.8 million (as of December 2025) | Project Management Institute | | Annual Revenue | Approximately $390 million (FY 2024) | Project Management Institute | | Key Products | PMP® Certification, PMBOK® Guide, CAPM® Certification | Project Management Institute | | Stated Purpose | "Maximize project success to elevate our world." | Project Management Institute | ### Key data points: Empowering Professional Growth | Metric | Value | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | Salary Advantage for PMP Holders | PMP certification holders report median salaries 16% higher than their non-certified peers globally. | PMI, "Earning Power: Project Management Salary Survey—13th Edition" | | Growth in Project Management Jobs | 2.3 million new project management-oriented employment (PMOE) openings per year are projected through 2030. | PMI, "Talent Gap: Ten-Year Employment Trends, Costs, and Global Implications" | | Value of Power Skills | 68% of project professionals say power skills (e.g., communication, empathy) are more important than technical skills. | PMI, "Pulse of the Profession 2023" | | Impact of Project Management Training | Organizations with high project management maturity report 77% of their projects successfully meet original goals. | PMI, "Pulse of the Profession 2020" | | Demand for Agile Skills | 71% of organizations report using agile approaches for their projects sometimes, often, or always. | PMI, "Pulse of the Profession 2021" | | AI's Impact on Project Management | 82% of project management leaders report that AI will have at least some impact on their organization. | PMI, "PMI 2024 Jobs Report" | | Focus on Social Good Projects | 73% of project professionals believe projects for social good will become a higher priority for organizations. | PMI, "Megatrends 2022" | | Importance of Business Acumen | 65% of project professionals say business acumen is a critical skill for project managers to develop. | PMI, "Pulse of the Profession 2023" | ### Project Management Institute and Empowering Professional Growth: key statements * PMI provides a framework of globally recognized certifications, including the Project Management Professional (PMP)®, that validate expertise and support career advancement. * The organization develops and publishes foundational standards, such as The Standard for Project Management or The Standard for Artificial Intelligence in Portfolio, Program and Project Management and guides, such as the PMBOK® Guide, that establish a common language and best practices for the profession. * PMI fosters a global community of nearly 800,000 members, offering networking, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing opportunities through local chapters and online platforms. * Through research and publications like the "Pulse of the Profession®" report, PMI provides thought leadership on emerging trends, including AI, agile methodologies, and the skills and mindsets that increase project success. * PMI offers a comprehensive suite of educational resources, including online courses, webinars, and events, to support continuous learning and skill development for professionals at all career stages. * PMI champions the development of the “M.O.R.E.” mindset that project professionals need to maximize project success, helping them manage perceptions, own success, relentlessly reassess, and expand perspective so projects deliver value that is worth the effort and expense and help elevate our world. * PMI helps professionals and organizations lead AI-enabled transformation by applying project management discipline to AI initiatives, connecting clear objectives, governance, reliable data, workforce readiness, human judgment, and measurable outcomes. * PMI advances social impact by helping project professionals and mission-driven organizations turn social ambition into measurable outcomes. Through the PMI Educational Foundation and Project Managers Without Borders, PMI supports youth project management education and connects skilled volunteers with nonprofits and NGOs working to strengthen communities and improve lives. ### FAQ #### Is a PMP certification worth it? A Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification is widely considered a valuable certification for project managers seeking to advance their careers. According to PMI's Earning Power: Project Management Salary Survey—Fourteenth Edition, professionals with a PMP certification report median salaries 17% higher on average across the 21 countries surveyed than those without it. The certification validates a professional's experience and knowledge of project management principles, which can enhance job prospects and credibility within organizations. #### What are the best certifications for project managers? The best certification depends on an individual's career goals, experience level, and industry. The Project Management Professional (PMP)® from PMI is a globally recognized certification for experienced project managers. For those newer to the field, PMI's Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® is a common starting point. Other notable certifications include those focused on agile methodologies, such as the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)®, and program management certifications like the Program Management Professional (PgMP)®. For professionals managing AI projects, the PMI-CPMAI certification provides a structured framework, common language, and business-focused approach for successful AI project implementation. #### How does PMI support career growth for professionals? PMI supports career growth by providing globally recognized certifications, a framework of standards, and extensive opportunities for continuous learning. Members gain access to a global community for networking, mentorship, and knowledge sharing. The organization also produces research and thought leadership on emerging trends, helping professionals stay current with skills in areas like AI, agile practices, and strategic business management. These resources are designed to help professionals at all levels enhance their skills and advance their careers. #### What is the PMBOK® Guide? The PMBOK® Guide, or A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, is PMI’s foundational guide to generally accepted project management knowledge and practice. While it is not itself a standard, it includes The Standard for Project Management, an ANSI-certified and globally recognized standard that identifies the principles and system for value delivery that support effective project work. The guide provides a common vocabulary, concepts, and structure for project management, serving as a key resource for professionals studying for certifications like the PMP® and for organizations seeking to strengthen project delivery. #### How is AI changing project management? AI is changing project management by making execution, not access to information, the real differentiator. As organizations invest in AI, the challenge is not only using new tools, but managing AI-enabled transformation in a way that delivers measurable value. Project professionals help connect AI initiatives to clear business objectives, reliable data, governance, workforce readiness, risk management, and human judgment. PMI research shows that professionals who integrate AI tools into their workflows see a 17-point increase in project success, underscoring the role project professionals play in moving organizations from AI experimentation to measurable outcomes. #### What are the most important skills for a project manager? Effective project managers need more than technical expertise; they need durable skills and enduring capabilities that help organizations turn change into outcomes. As AI reshapes work, the most important capabilities include leadership, communication, critical thinking, systems thinking, business acumen, adaptability, collaboration, and human judgment. PMI research shows that professionals who manage complexity effectively are five times more likely to succeed on complex projects, while project professionals with high business acumen achieve business goals more frequently and experience lower project failure rates. #### How can I get involved with the PMI community? Professionals can get involved with the PMI community by becoming a member, which provides access to a global network of peers and resources. Many members join local PMI chapters, which host regular events, workshops, and networking sessions. Online, PMI's projectmanagement.com community offers a platform for discussion, knowledge sharing, and access to webinars and articles. Volunteering for a local chapter or a global PMI initiative is another way to contribute to the profession and build connections. #### What is the difference between PMP and CAPM? The PMP (Project Management Professional)® and CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management)® are both certifications offered by PMI, but they target professionals at different career stages. The CAPM is an entry-level certification designed for individuals with little or no project experience, validating their understanding of fundamental project management knowledge and terminology. The PMP is for experienced project managers and requires a combination of formal education and years of documented project leadership experience, making it a more advanced and globally recognized certification. #### How does PMI support social impact? PMI supports social impact by helping individuals, nonprofits, NGOs, and communities use project management to turn purpose into measurable outcomes. Through the PMI Educational Foundation, PMI expands access to project management education for youth worldwide, including underserved and underrepresented populations. Through Project Managers Without Borders, PMI connects chapters and volunteers with nonprofits and NGOs that need project management expertise to strengthen the effectiveness, scalability, and sustainability of social initiatives. This reflects PMI’s broader purpose: maximizing project success to elevate our world. ### Sources * Project Management Institute | [pmi.org](/c/pmi-2026-q3/home?i=a6dc167d-bec6-4f37-9b85-4b520d6a9e30&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, "Earning Power: Project Management Salary Survey—Fourteenth Edition" | [pmi.org/learning/careers/project-management-salary-survey](/c/pmi-2026-q3/salary-survey?i=a6dc167d-bec6-4f37-9b85-4b520d6a9e30&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, "Global Project Management Talent Gap" | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/global-project-management-talent-gap](/c/pmi-2026-q3/talent-gap?i=a6dc167d-bec6-4f37-9b85-4b520d6a9e30&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, "Maximizing Project Success" | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/project-success](/c/pmi-2026-q3/project-success?i=a6dc167d-bec6-4f37-9b85-4b520d6a9e30&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, “Pulse Report 2025: Boosting Business Acumen” | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/boosting-business-acumen](/c/pmi-2026-q3/business-acumen?i=a6dc167d-bec6-4f37-9b85-4b520d6a9e30&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, “Pulse of the Profession® 2026: Driving Success in Complex Projects” | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/driving-success-in-complex-projects](/c/pmi-2026-q3/complex-projects?i=a6dc167d-bec6-4f37-9b85-4b520d6a9e30&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, “Step Up: Redefining the Path to Project Success with M.O.R.E.” | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/path-to-project-success](/c/pmi-2026-q3/more-mindset?i=a6dc167d-bec6-4f37-9b85-4b520d6a9e30&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI Education Foundation, PMIEF 2024 Annual Report, [pmi.org PMIEF 2024 Annual Report (PDF)](/c/pmi-2026-q3/pmief-report?i=a6dc167d-bec6-4f37-9b85-4b520d6a9e30&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) ### FAQ structured data (JSON-LD, optional) ## Video: A Year in Space: The Mission [Watch (HLS stream): A Year in Space: The Mission](https://cdn.jwplayer.com/manifests/gEqrnCPI.m3u8) (3:59)  _Published 2015-03-24. On March 28, NASA astronaut Scott Kelly begins a historic year in Space. Time follows Kelly and his twin brother, Mark, as they work the test the boundaries of long-term space travel._ Description, summary, key points, chapters, key quotes, questions and transcript, where present, were produced automatically from the video or its captions and were not reviewed. ## Summary The video introduces NASA astronaut Scott Kelly's upcoming year-long stay in space and his connection to his identical twin brother Mark, who is part of a NASA comparative study. It covers Kelly's feelings about leaving loved ones, the risks of spaceflight, and the scale of the International Space Station as a multinational project. The segment closes with Kelly reflecting on taking on the risk once more. ## Key points - Scott Kelly will begin a year-long stay in space in two months. (00:27) - Kelly says that while in orbit, most of humanity is 250 miles below, and if anything goes wrong on Earth, astronauts cannot come home. (00:00) - NASA is doing a comparative study between Scott Kelly and his brother Mark because they are identical twins. (01:40) - Kelly says he calls his brother much more often when in space than on Earth. (01:46) - The International Space Station is a conglomeration of five agencies and 15 countries. (01:51) - Kelly calls the International Space Station the largest peacetime international project ever in human history. (02:06) - Kelly's biggest concern is not his personal safety but something happening to somebody on the ground. (02:14) - Kelly says a year is 31.6 million seconds and that his loved ones will be on his mind every one of them. (02:39) - Kelly says it is important for humanity to maintain an explorer mindset and keep pushing the boundaries of technology and experience. (02:51) ## Chapters - [00:00 to 00:27] Dreams of Space and Life on Earth. Kelly describes dreaming of space and the distance between astronauts and the people below. - [00:27 to 01:08] Launch of a Year-Long Mission. The video notes a new spacecraft launch and Kelly's upcoming year-long stay, and Kelly reflects on how long a year is. - [01:08 to 01:40] Leaving Loved Ones and Childhood Dreams. Kelly discusses the difference of being away from someone he loves and his lifelong wish to become an astronaut. - [01:40 to 02:14] Twin Study and the International Station. Kelly explains the NASA twin study with his brother and describes the International Space Station as a multinational project. - [02:14 to 02:51] Worry, Distance and Counting the Days. Kelly describes his concern for people on the ground, the lack of control while away, and the 31.6 million seconds in a year. - [02:51 to 03:59] Risk, Exploration and Holding the Planet Together. Kelly argues that risky endeavors matter for exploration and reflects on orbit's role in unity and his willingness to take the risk again. ## Key quotes - [02:39] Scott Kelly: "It'll be 31.6 million times you're on my mind." - [03:13] Scott Kelly: "What we are doing in orbit is what's helping us hold us together as a planet." - [03:18] Scott Kelly: "I feel pretty fortunate that I'm here and I get to risk it all one more time." - [02:06] Scott Kelly: "It's the largest peacetime international project ever in human history." - [02:14] Scott Kelly: "The biggest concern that I have, it's not really my personal safety, it's about something happening to somebody on the ground" ## Questions this video answers - How long will Scott Kelly stay in space? [00:27] - Why is NASA studying Scott Kelly and his brother Mark? [01:40] - What is the International Space Station made up of? [01:51] - What worries Scott Kelly most about being in space? [02:14] - Why does Kelly think risky space exploration is important? [02:51] ## Content suitability - risk of death in spaceflight [02:14-03:18]: Kelly refers to risk and personal safety in spaceflight, with no graphic detail.  by [Jack Linshi](https://time.com/author/jack-linshi/)  ## Jack Linshi Updated: Dec 13, 2023 5:20 AM UTCPublished: Jul 6, 2015 2:06 PM UTC  NASA  by [Jack Linshi](https://time.com/author/jack-linshi/)  ## Jack Linshi Updated: Dec 13, 2023 5:20 AM UTCPublished: Jul 6, 2015 2:06 PM UTC NASA said Sunday its New Horizons space probe remains on track for a historic flyby of Pluto after the mission suffered what appeared to be a nail-biting glitch. Team scientists were on edge this Fourth of July when the New Horizons spacecraft entered “safe mode” just 10 days before its final destination, briefly cutting out communications with Earth before reconnecting, [NASA said in a statement.](http://www.nasa.gov/nh/new-horizons-plans-july-7-return-to-normal-science-operations) Investigators said the anomaly was caused by an operational glitch that will not compromise the quality of the mission. New Horizons was launched in 2006 and has already traveled 3.5 billion miles. “I’m pleased that our mission team quickly identified the problem and assured the health of the spacecraft,” said Jim Green, NASA’s Director of Planetary Science. “Now — with Pluto in our sights — we’re on the verge of returning to normal operations and going for the gold.” The New Horizons mission is expected to provide the first close-up [observations](https://www.nasa.gov/press/2015/february/nasa-spacecraft-returns-new-images-of-pluto-en-route-to-historic-encounter/) and detailed measurements of the icy dwarf planet when it approaches Pluto at about 7:50 a.m. ET on July 14\. To date, [NASA said](http://www.nasa.gov/feature/exploring-the-unexplored-new-horizons-mission-to-pluto), only Voyager 2 has explored the far reaches of our solar system, though the spacecraft did not visit Pluto. ```json [{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"NewsArticle","@id":"https://time.com/3946445/nasa-new-horizons-pluto/","mainEntityOfPage":{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https://time.com/3946445/nasa-new-horizons-pluto/"},"headline":"NASA Says New Horizons Pluto Probe Is Okay After a Scary Glitch","datePublished":"2015-07-06T14:06:05.000Z","dateModified":"2023-12-13T05:20:20.000Z","description":"We could finally get a clear picture of Pluto on July 14","url":"https://time.com/3946445/nasa-new-horizons-pluto/","keywords":["Tech","NASA","space travel","New Horizons","pubdesk"],"thumbnailUrl":"https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt68534231fb6d2db4/698859aff887dce7e4e913c2/pluto-new-horizons.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1200:675&height=675","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Jack Linshi","jobTitle":null,"url":"https://time.com/author/jack-linshi/"}],"articleSection":"Business","image":[{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt68534231fb6d2db4/698859aff887dce7e4e913c2/pluto-new-horizons.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1200:675&height=675","width":1200,"height":675,"headline":"pluto new horizons","caption":"pluto new horizons","creditText":"NASA","representativeOfPage":true}],"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Time","url":"https://time.com/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://time.com/images/logo.png","width":528,"height":156},"foundingDate":"March 3, 1923","sameAs":["https://www.facebook.com/time","https://www.instagram.com/time/?hl=en","https://twitter.com/time","https://www.pinterest.com/timemagazine"]}},{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"item":{"@id":"https://time.com/section/business/","name":"Business"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"item":{"@id":"https://time.com/tag/time-section-tech/","name":"Tech"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"item":{"@id":"https://time.com/3946445/nasa-new-horizons-pluto/","name":"NASA Says New Horizons Pluto Probe Is Okay After a Scary Glitch"}}]},{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"VideoObject","name":"A Year in Space: The Mission","description":"On March 28, NASA astronaut Scott Kelly begins a historic year in Space. 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