Unveiling the Artemis II Astronauts: Live Coverage of NASA's

Introducing the Quartet Embarking on a Lunar Journey: Get Acquainted with the Astronauts Set to Circle the Moon Aboard the Orion Spacecraft on the Pioneering Artemis II Mission

Prepare to meet the select group of four astronauts who will embark on a remarkable lunar orbit adventure as they set forth on the approximately 10-day Artemis II mission. This landmark mission not only marks the inaugural crewed flight test but also represents a crucial stride towards the establishment of a sustained human presence on the Moon.

In a joint endeavor by NASA and the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), the identities of the trio of NASA astronauts and the solo CSA astronaut will be unveiled during a special event scheduled for Monday, April 3, at 11 a.m. EDT (10 a.m. CDT). The event will take place at NASA Johnson Space Center’s Ellington Field in Houston, adding to the anticipation surrounding this significant milestone.

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