Technology · 13 March 2026

Nasa Plans April Moon Flight for Four Astronauts

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People will soon fly around the Moon for the first time in over five decades. Nasa's Artemis II mission is targeting an earliest launch date of 1 April, with the rocket rolling to the pad on 19 March after a helium leak was fixed. Three US astronauts and one Canadian will crew the 10-day journey, travelling around the Moon's far side.

By BriefTea Editorial · 13 March 2026 at 4:14

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