Artemis II Leaves Earth's Orbit, 4 Astronauts Head to the Moon
NASA's Artemis II spacecraft has successfully departed Earth's orbit and is now on a trajectory to the Moon, carrying 4 astronauts on a historic journey.
In a groundbreaking achievement, NASA's Artemis II spacecraft has successfully left Earth's orbit and is now on a path that will take it around the Moon and back. This mission marks a significant milestone in the Artemis program, as it sends four astronauts on a historic journey to the lunar surface.
The Artemis II spacecraft, which launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on November 16th, 2023, has completed its final major engine firing, propelling it onto a trajectory that will bring it within 60 miles of the Moon's surface. The spacecraft's engines burned for approximately 2 minutes and 30 seconds, providing the necessary boost to leave Earth's orbit and begin its voyage towards the Moon.
Source: NPR
