Orion Spacecraft

Technology

Last mentioned: Feb 25, 2026

Timeline

  1. VAB Rollback

    NASA initiates return to VAB for critical repairs after pad testing identifies technical issues.

  2. Schedule Realignment

    NASA officially delays Artemis II crewed flight to September 2025 citing safety concerns.

  3. Artemis I Success

    Uncrewed SLS and Orion complete maiden flight around the Moon.

Stories mentioning Orion Spacecraft 1

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NASA Rolls Artemis II Moon Rocket Back to VAB for Critical Repairs

NASA has initiated the rollback of the Artemis II Space Launch System (SLS) from Launch Pad 39B to the Vehicle Assembly Building following the identification of technical issues requiring a controlled environment. This maneuver signals a potential shift in the launch window for the first crewed lunar mission in over half a century.

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