completed Lunar Exploration
Artemis II
→ Lunar Flyby
First crewed Artemis mission sending four astronauts (Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, Jeremy Hansen) on a 10-day lunar flyby aboard Orion. Launched April 1, 2026 from KSC LC-39B; Orion completed a free-return lunar flyby on Flight Day 6 (April 6) and splashed down in…
Launch date
April 1, 2026
Operator
Launch provider
NASA/SLS
Destination
Lunar Flyby
Mission type
crewed exploration
Status
completed
Mission overview
First crewed Artemis mission sending four astronauts (Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, Jeremy Hansen) on a 10-day lunar flyby aboard Orion. Launched April 1, 2026 from KSC LC-39B; Orion completed a free-return lunar flyby on Flight Day 6 (April 6) and splashed down in the Pacific southwest of San Diego on April 10, 2026. First humans to travel beyond LEO since Apollo 17 in 1972.
Frequently asked about Artemis II
- When did Artemis II launch?
- Artemis II launched on April 1, 2026 aboard NASA/SLS. Current status: completed.
- What is Artemis II's destination?
- Artemis II is heading to Lunar Flyby. Operated by NASA.
- Who operates Artemis II?
- Artemis II is operated by NASA with launch services from NASA/SLS.