SMRTR Science & EngineeringMar 12, 2026Scientific American

NASA says its a ‘go’ for fresh Artemis II moon launch attempt, but admits risks remain

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NASA targets April 1 for its Artemis II moon mission launch, which will send four astronauts farther from Earth than any humans have traveled before during a journey around the moon. The mission has faced multiple delays this year due to safety issues including helium flow problems and hydrogen leaks during testing. Officials acknowledge significant risks, with mission managers admitting success rates for new rockets are historically around 50 percent, though they believe Artemis II has better odds.

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