'Absolutely spectacular': Artemis II crew see first glimpse of far side of Moon
Why it matters: This mission is a critical precursor to landing humans on the Moon by 2026.
- Artemis II astronauts are currently on the third day of their mission, orbiting the far side of the Moon.
- The mission provides the crew with their first glimpse of the Moon's far side, a view previously unseen by them.
The Artemis II astronauts are now on their third day of a historic journey, offering them their initial view of the Moon's far side. This mission marks a significant step in human space exploration, bringing humanity closer to returning to the lunar surface.
