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    Artemis II Soars Toward the Moon in Historic Crewed Mission After Decades

    M Firoz Al Mamun (Special Correspondent) Posted On Apr 02, 2026 02:02 AM
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    Artemis II Soars Toward the Moon in Historic Crewed Mission After Decades

     

    WASHINGTON/FLORIDA — NASA has successfully launched its Artemis II mission, sending astronauts on a landmark journey around the Moon for the first time in more than half a century. The spacecraft is now safely orbiting Earth, with officials confirming that the crew are “safe, secure and in great spirits” following a powerful and flawless liftoff.

    The mission marks a major milestone in humanity’s return to deep space exploration since the Apollo missions era.

    Spectacular Launch and Smooth Entry into Orbit

    The launch from the Kennedy Space Center delivered an awe-inspiring display, as NASA’s most powerful rocket carried the Orion spacecraft into the sky with immense thrust. Observers described not only seeing but physically feeling the force of the liftoff.

    Within minutes, the rocket’s boosters separated successfully, and the crew crossed the boundary into space, entering Earth orbit as planned. Initial systems checks indicate that the mission is progressing smoothly, despite minor technical issues before launch and a small onboard equipment alert after takeoff.

    First 24 Hours Critical for Mission Success

    The spacecraft will remain in Earth orbit for approximately 24 hours while astronauts conduct a series of crucial system tests. These include engine burns, manual piloting exercises, and evaluations of navigation and life-support systems.

    If all checks are completed successfully, mission controllers will authorize the next key step — a trans-lunar injection burn that will send the crew toward the Moon and commit them to deep space travel.

    A 10-Day Journey Around the Moon

    Unlike a landing mission, Artemis II is designed as a crewed test flight. The astronauts will travel farther from Earth than any human mission in history, looping around the Moon before returning home.

    During the journey, the crew will:

    • Conduct safety drills, including preparations for solar radiation exposure
    • Test spacecraft handling for future docking missions
    • Experience rare views of Earth and the Moon, including a potential partial solar eclipse

    At its farthest point, the spacecraft is expected to reach nearly 230,000 miles from Earth before beginning its return trajectory.

    Preparing for Future Lunar Landings

    This mission plays a crucial role in paving the way for Artemis III, which aims to land astronauts on the lunar surface in the coming years.

    NASA officials emphasized that while Artemis II is a test mission, its success is essential for validating the systems that will eventually enable sustained human presence on the Moon.

    Renewed Space Race Adds Urgency

    The mission also unfolds against the backdrop of growing global competition in space exploration. China has announced plans to send astronauts to the Moon by 2030, intensifying what many describe as a new era of the space race.

    NASA leadership acknowledged that this competition is driving renewed focus and investment in lunar missions, aiming to establish a regular cadence of deep space launches.

    Looking Ahead

    If the mission continues without major issues, the crew will proceed toward the Moon after completing orbital checks. The journey will conclude with a high-speed re-entry into Earth’s atmosphere, followed by a parachute-assisted splashdown in the Pacific Ocean.

    For now, the mission stands as a powerful symbol of technological progress and human ambition, signaling that lunar exploration is once again at the forefront of global space efforts.

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