NASA's Artemis program is preparing its first crewed mission around the moon, targeting a launch as early as February. The mission marks a significant milestone in returning humans to the moon and is part of a larger initiative to compete with China's lunar ambitions by 2030.
NASA's Artemis program is gearing up for its inaugural crewed mission around the moon, eyeing a launch window as early as February, according to officials. This marks a significant step in the United States' ambitious return to lunar exploration.
The Artemis mission is part of a multibillion-dollar effort to establish a sustained human presence on the moon. It positions the U.S. in a competitive race with China's similar lunar aspirations, which target a manned moon landing by 2030.
Originally slated for April, the crewed flight's schedule has the potential to advance, showcasing NASA's commitment to spearheading modern lunar exploration efforts and invigorating space travel on an international scale.