Artemis III rocket core stage reaches Kennedy Space Center ahead of lunar mission

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The core stage of the Artemis III Space Launch System rocket has arrived at Kennedy Space Center, marking a significant step for the lunar program. This arrival follows the successful Artemis II mission. Crews will now test the hardware, which includes the engine and tail sections, before attaching recycled Space Shuttle engines. The Artemis III mission's launch timeline, currently targeted for late 2027, depends on the readiness of lunar landers from SpaceX and Blue Origin, with China also pursuing lunar ambitions.


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