Artemis 3

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  Study Reveals Micrometeoroids Are A Key Challenge For NASA's Planned Moon Base

  This risk was studied by a team led by Daniel Yahalomi of Columbia University's Department of Astronomy.

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  NASA May Launch Historic Artemis 2 Moon Mission in Just One Month, Astronauts Ready for Flight

  NASA’s Artemis 2 mission could launch astronauts around the moon in February, marking the first human flight to lunar space since Apollo 17. The crew will test Orion’s systems on a free-return trajectory and prepare for future lunar landings, paving the way for Artemis 3 and NASA’s goal of establishing a long-term human presence on the moon.

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  SpaceX May Miss First Crewed Moon Landing as NASA Reopens Artemis Bid

  NASA reopened its $2.9 billion Artemis 3 lunar lander contract as SpaceX’s Starship delays threaten to push the crewed Moon landing to 2028. Administrator Sean Duffy expressed concern, while Blue Origin reenters the race, promising to deliver faster progress toward humanity’s next lunar return.

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  SpaceX Eyes V3 Rocket With Raptor 3 Engines After Wrapping Starship V2 Tests

  SpaceX’s Starship Flight 11 marked the final mission of the V2 design, achieving flawless launch and recovery. The next-gen V3 Starship will feature new Raptor 3 engines, advanced docking systems, and upgraded booster recovery—critical milestones as SpaceX prepares for its upcoming Mars fleet and NASA’s Artemis III lunar landing.

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  SpaceX Schedules 10th Starship Test Flight for August 24 Amid Recent Setbacks

  SpaceX’s upcoming 10th Starship test flight, scheduled for Aug. 24 from Starbase, Texas, is a milestone for the company’s ambitious rocket program. The launch will validate deployment systems, engine restart capability, and controlled reentry maneuvers, all vital for future crewed missions to the moon and Mars.

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  NASA Stacks Artemis 2 Second Stage While the Future of SLS Remains Uncertain

  NASA has stacked the Artemis 2 rocket’s second stage at Kennedy Space Centre, marking major progress toward its 2026 crewed moon mission. Despite this milestone, a recent budget proposal recommends ending the SLS program after Artemis 3, raising questions about the long-term future of NASA's lunar exploration strategy and deep space transportatio...

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  NASA Reschedules Artemis 2 and Artemis 3 Missions to Ensure Astronaut Safety

  NASA has pushed back its Artemis 2 and Artemis 3 lunar missions to 2026 and 2027, respectively. The delays are attributed to issues with the Orion spacecraft, particularly its heat shield, which experienced damage during the Artemis 1 mission. Safety concerns and technical adjustments are being prioritised. The rescheduling could influence NASA’s...

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  SpaceX Starship Flight 7 Test Gets FAA Launch Licence, Preparing for 2025

  SpaceX has received the FAA’s launch licence for Starship Flight 7, marking another milestone in their quest for a fully reusable rocket system. After extensive engine tests, SpaceX is preparing for the test in early 2025. The flight will aim to improve key systems such as booster recovery and ocean splashdown. Designed for lunar and Martian miss...

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  NASA Delays Artemis 2 Mission to 2026, Artemis 3 Crewed Moon Landing For Mid-2027

  NASA has announced delays in the Artemis missions, citing the need for additional technical preparations. Artemis 2, the first crewed Moon mission since the Apollo era, will now launch in 2026. Artemis 3, the programme's lunar landing mission, has been moved to mid-2027 due to Orion spacecraft readiness and other challenges. Adjustments to the spac...

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  NASA's Artemis III Mission: 9 Potential Landing Sites On Moon Shortlisted

  NASA is gearing up for the Artemis III mission, its first crewed Moon landing in over 50 years.