Moon company Intuitive Machines begins first mission after SpaceX launch
Publishing timestamp: 2024-02-15 10:00:56
Summary
Intuitive Machines' Nova-C lunar lander, launched by SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket, is heading towards the moon on the IM-1 mission. If successful, it will be the first U.S. lunar landing in over 50 years. The lander is carrying government and commercial payloads, including those for NASA. This mission is part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services initiative. Intuitive Machines has outlined 16 milestones for the mission, with landing being the final step. The company has achieved three milestones so far. The mission aims to land in the "Malapert A" crater near the moon's south pole. Intuitive Machines' stock rose in trading.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
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