NASA’s Artemis II crew has begun its first full day in space following a successful launch, marking the first crewed lunar mission in over five decades, reported by CBS News.
The astronauts are currently orbiting Earth for system checks before heading toward the moon. The report said the mission is focused on testing the Orion spacecraft’s life support, navigation, and propulsion systems.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon. https://t.co/YlGSEr8l0Q
— CBS News (@CBSNews) April 2, 2026
According to NASA officials, this phase is critical before committing to the lunar flyby trajectory. Astronauts also carried out manual control tests, while minor technical issues, including a temporary toilet malfunction, were resolved.
The crew is expected to travel farther from Earth than any humans before, looping around the moon without landing. NASA said the mission is a key step toward long-term lunar exploration and future missions to Mars.
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