NASA’s Artemis III will pit SpaceX against Blue Origin
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NASA's 2027 Artemis III mission will test SpaceX's Starship and Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers in Earth orbit, where astronauts will practice docking maneuvers before attempting actual moon landings in 2028's Artemis IV mission. This competition-driven approach aims to accelerate progress against China's lunar ambitions while reducing risks through Earth-based testing.
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