NASA begins stacking rocket ahead of 2027 Artemis III astronaut launch (photos)
NASA has begun the assembly process for the Artemis III rocket at the Kennedy Space Center, with the arrival of solid fuel booster segments. The mission, which aims to return astronauts to the moon, is currently targeting a launch window in 2027.
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This represents a critical milestone in the US space program's efforts to re-establish a human presence on the lunar surface.
Missions Artemis NASA begins stacking rocket ahead of 2027 Artemis III astronaut launch (photos) News By Josh Dinner Published 13 July 2026 Artemis III hardware is coming together quickly.
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