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NASA Nears Critical Fueling Test as Artemis II Readies for Lunar Flyby

NASA is advancing toward a pivotal milestone in preparations for Artemis II, the first crewed lunar mission in over half a century, as engineers at Kennedy Space Center methodically ready the Space Launch System (SLS) and Orion spacecraft for a crucial fueling test ahead of the mission’s launch window.The test, officially known as a wet dress rehearsal, simulates a full fueling sequence and rocket countdown without astronauts on board. During this operation, teams will load more than 700,000 gal

Ryan BaleJan 27, 20262 min

NASA's SLS rocket rolls out to Historic LC-39B for Artemis II

NASA’s Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft rolled out from the Vehicle Assembly Building to Launch Complex 39B on Saturday, marking a major milestone in preparations for the Artemis II mission. This is the first time the SLS rocket has been positioned at the pad for a crewed lunar flight, signaling a transition from vehicle processing to active launch readiness.The 322-foot-tall rocket, weighing approximately 11 million pounds, made the four-mile journey along the crawlerway atop its

Ryan BaleJan 18, 20263 min