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NASA: First Crewed Lunar Flyby in 50 Years Set for Early March

Published February 20, 2026, 17:12
NASA: First Crewed Lunar Flyby in 50 Years Set for Early March

NASA has announced that the first crewed mission around the Moon in over 50 years, the Artemis II mission, is scheduled for March 6th. The mission will last ten days and involve four astronauts orbiting the Moon and returning to Earth. The flight is a crucial step in preparing for future crewed lunar landings as part of the Artemis program. NASA has successfully completed a “launch simulation,” confirming the readiness of the launch system. The crew consists of three American and one Canadian astronaut, and the mission will include observations and image capture from the far side of the Moon.