The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is officially informed by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) that the operation of the Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM) will be extended through the end of 2004.
Reference:
NASA Press Release (#04-261)
http://www.nasa.gov/home/hqnews/2004/aug/HQ_04261_TRMM_ops.html
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