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NASA Outlines the Details of Artemis III and IV Missions

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Briefings

NASA confirmed Artemis III and IV timelines for 2027 and 2028, with Artemis III targeting a 14-17 day LEO mission using Blue Origin's New Glenn and SpaceX's Starship. Artemis IV plans include either Starship or Blue Origin's New Glenn with a human landing system. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman stated the US race is closer than China's, though Artemis III remains 90 days behind schedule. Key dates include Artemis III launch in 2027 and Artemis IV in 2028.

Key points

• Artemis III mission targets a 14- to 17-day LEO flight in 2027 using Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket and SpaceX's Starship for crewed transfer.
• Artemis IV plans include two distinct mission configurations: one using Starship with a human landing system and another using Blue Origin's New Glenn with a Mark 2 lander.

Context

NASA officials released a detailed update on Artemis III and IV missions, confirming a 2027 and 2028 timeline respectively. The agency aims to beat China's pace, with Artemis III currently 90 days behind schedule despite efforts to accelerate supply chains and test new hardware like the 'stretch' Vulcan rocket.

Limitations

Evidence covers Artemis III and IV mission plans with specific dates and vehicle names. Blue Origin's New Glenn flight history is limited to a May on-pad explosion, and SpaceX's first uncrewed Starship flight occurred in September. The specific reason for the Artemis III crew transfer delay remains unexplained by the source.

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