Artemis II is in orbit - what happens next?

BBC News - World TechnologyNews ReportEN 4 min read 100% complete April 2, 2026 at 02:20 PM

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NASA already has next Artemis flight in its sights following astronauts’ triumphant moon flyby

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The Artemis II mission, carrying four astronauts, successfully launched and is currently orbiting Earth at a distance of 42,500 miles. The crew, including Commander Reid Wiseman and pilot Victor Glover, are testing the Orion spacecraft's systems, including life support, and ensuring its readiness for deep space travel. NASA is livestreaming the mission, allowing observation of the crew's activities, which include system checks, communication with mission control, and scheduled sleep periods. The astronauts are adhering to a strict schedule that includes exercise to combat the effects of weightlessness. The mission aims to validate the Orion spacecraft and ensure the safety of the crew before venturing further into space.

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Commander Reid Wiseman asked where the team's pyjamas were.

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The crew are sleeping for about four hours at a time, adding up to eight hours over a 24-hour period.

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The crew has specially-designed suits that could keep them alive for around six days if something goes wrong.

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The Orion spacecraft's solar wings were fully deployed after launch.

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Artemis II astronauts are orbiting Earth about 42,500 miles away, testing the Orion spacecraft.

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Apollo 40% Mission Control 50% United States 60% Christina Koch 70% Jeremy Hansen 70% Reid Wiseman ×270% Victor Glover ×270% Orion ×480% Artemis II ×590% NASA ×590%

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artemis ii 100% space mission 80% orion spacecraft 70% astronauts 70% nasa 60% life support systems 50% deep space 50% weightlessness 40% sleeping in space 40%