Artemis II crew splashes down after record Moon flyby
Why it matters: NASA's Artemis II crew safely returns, clearing the path for Artemis III's 2025 lunar landing.
- Artemis II crew completed a historic 10‑day deep‑space flight and splashed down off San Diego (NASA).
- Orion capsule survived a record‑breaking moon flyby and landed in the Pacific Ocean (NASA).
- All four astronauts were reported in good health, confirming mission safety (NASA).
NASA’s Artemis II crew safely returned to Earth after a 10‑day, record‑breaking lunar flyby, landing off San Diego with all astronauts in good health. The mission validates Orion’s deep‑space performance and clears the way for the next lunar landing.
