NASA Announces Artemis-3 Mission Crew for Lunar Landing Preparations
Summary
NASA has announced the crew for the Artemis-3 mission's test flight, featuring astronauts from NASA and ESA. The mission will conduct orbital tests with lunar landers developed by Blue Origin and SpaceX to prepare for future moon landings, including Artemis-4 targeting the moon's south pole in 2028.
Key Points
- NASA announced the Artemis-3 mission crew including NASA and ESA astronauts.
- The mission will conduct orbital tests with Orion spacecraft and commercial lunar landers from Blue Origin and SpaceX.
- Artemis-3 is a preparatory test flight ahead of the crewed Artemis-4 moon landing planned for 2028.
- International collaboration, including ESA's involvement, marks a historic milestone for Artemis missions.
