A NASA page dated Aug. 31, 2026 reported that the Roman Space Telescope was making its three-month journey from Earth to Sun-Earth Lagrange Point 2, known as L2. During the trip, the observatory was undergoing commissioning, in which systems are switched on, adjusted and calibrated before science operations. NASA said the schedule could change as the team assessed and adjusted.

According to the page, Roman began emerging from its launch configuration an hour and 23 minutes after launch, and its solar panels and sunshade deployed. It said the antenna and a visor-like deployable aperture cover were due to move into position within the following days, shading the primary mirror.

The page described a stable halo orbit at L2, where the Sun and Earth's gravity help keep the spacecraft aligned with Earth with relatively little fuel use. It also said that location offers stable optical performance and a wide, largely unobstructed view, and limits heat effects on infrared telescopes.