Want to fly to the moon? NASA is looking for new astronauts to help grow its Artemis program
NASA has officially opened applications for a new class of astronauts to support the Artemis lunar exploration program. The agency aims to recruit new talent to help establish a permanent lunar base as missions to the moon ramp up.
Why it matters
This recruitment drive is critical for NASA's long-term goal of returning humans to the moon and establishing a sustainable presence in deep space.
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Add to Preferred Sources NASA's Astronaut Class of 2025 poses for a group photo on Sept. 17, 2025. Credit: Josh Valcarcel/NASA-JSC via AP Want to fly to the moon and help build a permanent lunar base ? NASA is accepting applications for a new astronaut class that will help grow the Artemis program.
Officials announced the news Saturday during a Kennedy Space Center air show promoting lunar exploration as well as advances in aviation and technology.
NASA's last call for new astronauts was two years ago. More than 8,000 applied, with 10 making the final cut in September 2025.
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