NASA assigns crew for Artemis III, sets aggressive timeline for flying it
NASA has announced the crew for the Artemis III mission, which is scheduled for a 2027 launch to test lunar lander prototypes in low-Earth orbit. This mission serves as a critical risk-mitigation step between the Artemis II flyby and the future Artemis IV lunar landing.
Why it matters
The mission represents a significant milestone in the U.S. government's effort to return humans to the Moon and establish a sustainable lunar presence.
Going fast NASA assigns crew for Artemis III, sets aggressive timeline for flying it Artemis III will be an extraordinary demonstration of what is possible.
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