NASA delays crewed Artemis moon missions into 2025 as companies navigate challenges
Publishing timestamp: 2024-01-09 15:52:54
Summary
NASA is delaying the schedule for its Artemis lunar program by about a year. The first mission to carry a crew is now targeting September 2025. The Artemis program aims to return astronauts to the lunar surface for the first time since the Apollo era. The delays are due to the need for contractors to finish the technology required for the missions. The program has faced challenges and delays, running over budget.
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Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/01/09/nasa-delays-crewed-artemis-moon-missions.html