Athena lander set to land on Moon March 6

Intuitive Machines' Athena lander launched on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket and is set to land on the Moon on March 6, aiming for a site near the south pole. This mission includes a NASA drill and three robotic rovers. Athena's landing will be closely monitored after the previous lander, Odysseus, tipped over during its touchdown in 2024. Engineers have made improvements to ensure Athena lands safely. The landing will be streamed live on SpaceX's social media and NASA's platforms. Athena's mission will last about 10 days, with a brief eclipse expected on March 14.