Canadian Space Agency

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Last mentioned: Mar 12, 2026

Timeline

  1. Targeted Launch

    Scheduled window for the Artemis II crewed lunar flyby.

  2. Mission Update

    NASA confirms hardware readiness and crew training milestones.

  3. Heat Shield Investigation

    NASA begins deep-dive into Orion charring issues observed during re-entry.

  4. Artemis I Launch

    Successful uncrewed test flight of SLS and Orion.

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NASA Confirms Artemis II Readiness for 2026 Crewed Lunar Mission

NASA has issued a comprehensive status update for the Artemis II mission, confirming the flight readiness of the SLS rocket and Orion capsule. This mission will mark the first time humans have traveled to the lunar vicinity in over five decades, serving as a critical precursor to the Artemis III moon landing.

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