NASA Prepares Artemis II Rocket for Historic Lunar MissionSat 17th Jan, 2026The Artemis II mission, a critical step in NASA's return to crewed lunar exploration, has entered its final stages of preparation as the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, equipped with the Orion spacecraft, is transported to its launch pad at Kennedy Space Center's Launch Complex 39B. Mission Overview and CrewArtemis II will be the first crewed mission of NASA's Artemis program, featuring a four-member astronaut team. Following the Artemis II mission, NASA plans to proceed with Artemis III, which will aim to land astronauts on the lunar surface, further advancing long-term plans for sustained human presence on and around the Moon. Public interest in Artemis II remains high, with NASA providing live streams and interactive sessions featuring the astronaut crew and mission managers. As preparations continue and the Artemis II rocket stands poised at the launch pad, the world watches in anticipation of a new era in space exploration.

Source: The Munich Eye January 18, 2026 00:14 UTC