NASA Begins Practice Countdown for Artemis II Moon Mission, Fueling Test Underway
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News18•01-02-2026, 09:37
NASA Begins Practice Countdown for Artemis II Moon Mission, Fueling Test Underway
- •NASA initiated a two-day practice countdown for the Artemis II mission, including fueling its new moon rocket.
- •This crucial test will determine readiness for the first US crewed lunar mission in over 50 years, carrying four astronauts.
- •The countdown began on Saturday at 8:13 pm EST (6:43 am Indian time) for a simulated launch window on February 2.
- •The test involves loading cryogenic propellant, conducting a launch countdown, and practicing scrub procedures.
- •Commander Reid Wiseman and his crew will be the first people to launch to the Moon since 1972, with a mission lasting nearly 10 days.
Why It Matters: NASA is conducting a critical practice countdown and fueling test for its Artemis II crewed Moon mission.
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