We've waited, and we've waited, and it looks like Artemis 2 might be ready to go in early April! It's moved back to the launch pad, LC-39B, and will begin preparations for a launch as early as April 1. There will be no wet-dress rehearsal this time — associate administrator Lori Glaze said in a recent press conference that once they fuel successfully, she just wants to go to launch. The crew of Artemis 2 will soon arrive at KSC for pre-launch quarantine, as will Tariq, who will be covering the launch. We invited Mike Wall, the spaceflight and tech editor at Space.com, back to the show to bring us up to date on all the latest Artemis news.
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Main Topic: Artemis II Launch Update
Rollout and Status of Artemis II: Delays, Rocket Issues, and Launch Windows
Comparing Artemis II Trajectory to Apollo 8 and Apollo 13
Solar Activity Risks for Artemis Astronauts Discussed
Shake-Up in Artemis Program: Artemis III Will Perform Docking Tests with Lunar Landers
Blue Origin vs SpaceX: Moon Lander Progress and Readiness
Gateway Lunar Station Uncertainty and International Partnerships
Challenges with Refueling Starship and Lander Logistics
Legislative Moves Toward a Permanent Moon Base
What to Watch for Ahead of Artemis II—Final Checks and Go/No-Go Signs
Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik
Guest: Mike Wall
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