The Artemis II mission crew traveled 252,760 miles from Earth, reaching NASA’s closest method to the moon in additional than 50 years.
Mission Milestones
After circling the moon’s far aspect, the 4 astronauts confronted a 40-minute communications blackout earlier than restoring contact with Mission Management. This marked a key achievement in NASA’s lunar exploration program.
Presidential Reward
President Donald Trump addressed the crew by way of audio hyperlink, commending their success and nationwide satisfaction. “You have made historical past and made all America extremely proud,” Trump acknowledged.
He underscored the mission’s position in getting ready for U.S. astronauts’ return to the lunar floor and future crewed journeys to Mars.
Mission Wrap-Up
The ten-day flight launched final Wednesday and concludes with a splashdown within the Pacific Ocean on Friday night.
