NASA eyes launch of astronaut moon mission after passing key test

Maria Simulescu

NASA is targeting March 6 for the Artemis II crewed lunar flyby, pending final safety checks and readiness reviews, after a successful launch rehearsal. WASHINGTON: NASA officials on Friday (Feb 20) said the agency was targeting March 6 for the launch of four astronauts around the moon and back as part of its Artemis II mission after overcoming rocket-fuelling snags in a second key launch rehearsal this week, but cautioned that remaining prep work could warrant more time. The US space agency on