Artemis II Crew Orbits Far Side of Moon and Shares New Lunar Images
In Brief
The Artemis II mission marks a milestone in human spaceflight, with astronauts reaching the Moon's far side and sharing unprecedented images.
Key Facts
- Artemis II astronauts are on the third day of their journey around the Moon's far side.
- Jeremy Hansen is the first Canadian astronaut to travel to the Moon.
- The Artemis II crew consists of three Americans and one Canadian, according to multiple sources.
- Astronauts have transmitted new images from Orion's windows, including views of the far side of the Moon.
- The crew has described the lunar views as 'absolutely spectacular' during their mission.
What Happened
The Artemis II crew has reached the far side of the Moon, transmitting new images and sharing their experiences as they orbit in NASA's Orion spacecraft.
Why It Matters
This mission represents a significant step in renewed human exploration of the Moon, featuring international collaboration and technological advancements in deep-space travel.
What's Next
The Artemis II crew plans to attempt a recreation of the historic 'Earthrise' photo during their lunar flyby, with further mission milestones and scientific observations expected.
Sources
- BBC World — 'Absolutely spectacular': Artemis II crew see first glimpse of far side of Moon(22h ago)
- BBC News — Artemis's stunning Moon pictures - science or holiday photos?(7h ago)
- Al Jazeera — Jeremy Hansen is the first Canadian to head to the moon(11h ago)