But this time around, Nasa will be investigating a different crater, near the planet's equator. The rover landed in a "nice, flat spot", according to the landing team leader, Allen Chen, who confirmed that the rover was safe and ready to go. "We did successfully find that parking lot and have a safe rover on the ground," he said. "I couldn't be more proud of my team for doing that." Mars landing video: Watch the moment Perseverance lands on Mars - 'touchdown confirmed' (Image: Twitter (@NASAPersevere)) Perseverance landed at 8.55pm on Thursday night, which was greeted by a chorus of cheers in the Nasa control room.