SLS Model Rocket Kit: Estes NASA SLS Model Rocket
You can now experience the thrill of launching your own Space Launch System with the Estes NASA SLS model rocket. This kit offers a scaled-down version (1:200 scale) of NASA’s moon megarocket. Read on to learn more about this exciting model rocket.
NASA’s Artemis 2 Lunar Mission: A Historic Journey
In 2024, NASA will embark on the Artemis 2 lunar mission, which will send astronauts around the moon for the first time in nearly 50 years. The mission will launch four astronauts on a lunar flyby aboard an Orion spacecraft, utilizing the powerful Space Launch System rocket.
Artemis 2 is an eight-day mission that will send three NASA astronauts and one Canadian Space Agency astronaut on a free-return trajectory around the moon. This mission serves as the final test flight before the crewed moon landing mission, Artemis 3, scheduled for 2025.
For complete coverage of the Artemis 1 mission, continue reading below.
Discover the Artemis 2 Crew
Get to know the crew of Artemis 2 and delve deeper into their roles and responsibilities for this momentous mission. Learn about the mission objectives, scientific goals, and the unique challenges they’ll face as they journey to the moon.
Exciting Announcement: NASA to Reveal Artemis 2 Crew Today
Get ready for a highly anticipated announcement! Today, April 3, NASA and the Canadian Space Agency will unveil the four astronauts selected for the Artemis 2 mission. This crew, consisting of one Canadian astronaut and three NASA astronauts, will make history as they venture around the moon in 2024. Stay tuned for the official announcement.
Live Coverage of the Crew Reveal Event
Join us live at 11 a.m. EDT (1500 GMT) for the crew reveal event at Ellington Field in Houston, Texas. Our team of experts, including Space.com staff writer Elizabeth Howell and contributor Robert Pearlman from collectSPACE.com, will bring you all the updates and insights from the event. You can watch the live coverage on Space.com and at the top of this page.
While we eagerly await the crew announcement, watch the thrilling trailer from NASA hyping up today’s Artemis 2 crew reveal.
Artemis 2 Crew Announcement: The Moment Arrives
NASA TV brings you the live coverage of the Artemis 2 crew reveal. Watch as the chief astronaut Joe Acaba addresses the massive crowd at Ellington Field and invites the chosen astronauts to the stage. The excitement builds as Canada’s Prime Minister François-Philippe Champagne celebrates the collaborative efforts between NASA and the Canadian Space Agency. Get ready for the big reveal!
Introducing the Artemis 2 Moon Astronauts
Drumroll, please! NASA Administrator Bill Nelson unveils the highly anticipated Artemis 2 crew. These exceptional individuals will be the first astronauts to visit the moon in over 50 years. Meet the crew below:
- Commander Reid Wiseman, NASA: Commander Wiseman, NASA astronaut and former Chief of the Astronaut Office, brings extensive experience and expertise to the mission. With his military background and previous spaceflight, he is well-equipped to lead the crew.
- Pilot Victor Glover, NASA: Pilot Glover made history as the first Black astronaut to serve on a space station crew. With his engineering background and recent experience on SpaceX’s Crew-1 mission, he is a valuable addition to the Artemis 2 crew.
- Mission Specialist Christina Koch, NASA: Christina Koch, who holds the record for the longest single mission by a woman in space, joins the Artemis 2 crew. Her background in engineering and remarkable achievements aboard the International Space Station make her an invaluable member of the team.
- Mission Specialist Jeremy Hansen, Canadian Space Agency: Jeremy Hansen, a member of Canada’s astronaut corps, brings his expertise from previous underwater and cavenaut training to the Artemis 2 mission. As a seasoned Royal Canadian Air Force colonel, he is ready to embark on his first space journey.
Thrilled and Inspired: Artemis 2 Crew
The Artemis 2 crew cannot contain their excitement for the upcoming moon mission. Their dedication and anticipation shine through their words. Here are their thoughts on this extraordinary opportunity:
Commander Reid Wiseman: “Artemis 2 is a global effort, and with Artemis 3 and future missions, we will involve private spaceflight. Our nation and the world are coming together for exploration, to reach Mars and beyond. We express our immense gratitude to the NASA workforce, program managers, center directors, and the unwavering political support we receive.”
Pilot Victor Glover: “Artemis 2 is not just a mission to the moon; it is a crucial step toward our ultimate destination: Mars. Human spaceflight is like a relay race, passing the baton from generation to generation. We understand our role in this race and aim to inspire cooperation and peace, not only between nations but within our own nation.”
Mission Specialist Christina Koch: “The Artemis 2 mission is a truly remarkable international endeavor. We will launch from Kennedy Space Center on the powerful Space Launch System, testing Orion’s capabilities in Earth orbit. Then, we will journey to the moon, conducting extensive testing while orbiting the moon’s far side. This mission fills me with excitement, and I hope it does the same for you.”
Excitement fills the air as the Artemis 2 crew prepares for their groundbreaking lunar mission. Don’t miss this historic event, marked by collaboration, exploration, and the fervent quest for knowledge.
