NASA has announced the crew for its Artemis III mission, which will launch next year to test new lunar landers built by SpaceX and Blue Origin. - The crew will conduct demonstrations in Earth orbit with one or both landers.
- The mission is a key step toward returning humans to the Moon. - The announcement was made on June 9, 2026.
This mission marks a major milestone in NASA's Artemis program, paving the way for future lunar exploration.