NASA's Artemis 2 astronauts just flew by the moon. Lunar scientists can't wait for what's next
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NASA's Artemis 2 astronauts have flown by the moon, marking the first time humans have visited the moon in over 50 years. The mission is a significant milestone for lunar scientists, who are eager to see what's next for human exploration of the moon.
NASA's Artemis 2 astronauts flew by the moon on April 1, 2026. The crew included Christina Koch, Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Jeremy Hansen. They received a message from Apollo astronaut Jim Lovell, who recorded it before his death. This mission marks the first time a woman, non-American, and Black person have been part of a lunar endeavor. The last people to reach the moon were Apollo 17's Gene Cernan, Harrison Schmitt, and Ronald Evans in 1972. Lunar scientists are excited about the possibilities of this new mission.
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