Artemis II crew make history with a rare moon flyby

On Tuesday morning, the Artemis II mission made history by passing behind the western edge of the moon, triggering a 40-minute total communication blackout.

Speaking on 3AW Breakfast, former astronaut Terry Hart noted that only about “20 people in history have ever seen the far side of the moon”.

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Beyond setting new records, Artemis II is a crucial trial designed to guarantee the safety of those who fly next.

“You know, we’ve lost people in space … it’s a dangerous business,” the former astronaut said.

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