Artemis II Crew Ready for Moon Launch
The Artemis II mission launched on Wednesday. It is currently orbiting Earth. A maneuver to reach the Moon is planned for Friday.
The Artemis II mission is sending the Orion spacecraft to the Moon. The launch is set for 23:49 GMT on Friday. This mission is a major step for NASA’s goal of returning astronauts to the Moon. The spacecraft will perform a ‘guinado’ maneuver to change its course. This maneuver will help the spacecraft travel towards the Moon’s orbit.
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Highlights
Astronauts Orbiting for Moon
Astronauts are currently in orbit around Earth, waiting to go to the Moon.
Guinado Maneuver Planned
A ‘guinado’ maneuver will shift the spacecraft’s path to the Moon.
Launch Time Confirmed
The Orion spacecraft launch is set for 23:49 GMT on Friday.
Historic Lunar Return
The mission marks a historic step in returning humans to lunar orbit.
Approval Received for Launch
The Artemis II mission has received approval to launch to the Moon.