Artemis II astronauts set new distance record during historic Moon flyby

Artemis II astronauts set a new record for distance from Earth on April 6, 2026, surpassing Apollo 13's 400,171 kilometers. The crew is currently on a six-hour flyby of the Moon, capturing unprecedented views of its far side. This mission is pivotal in preparing for a potential lunar landing by 2028.

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