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NASA Has Chosen Its First Crewed Moon Mission Astronauts in Five Decades, and They're Ready for the Journey of a Lifetime.
In a historic announcement on Monday, NASA revealed that its first crewed moon mission in five decades is set to launch in November 2024. And at the helm of this journey will be four astronauts from around the world: Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen.
Wiseman, a 47-year-old naval aviator and test pilot, will serve as commander of the Artemis II mission. With his background in decorated service, including one prior spaceflight to the International Space Station, Wiseman is no stranger to the challenges of space travel.
Glover, also 47 years old, is a seasoned astronaut with over 3,000 hours of flight experience under his belt. Having spent nearly six months aboard the International Space Station as part of the SpaceX Crew-1 team, Glover is well-equipped for the demands of deep space travel.
Koch, 44 years young, is an engineer-turned-astronaut who has already demonstrated her expertise in space exploration with a record-breaking six spacewalks and 328 days spent in space. Her experience working on NASA missions will be invaluable to the Artemis II crew.
And then there's Hansen, a fighter pilot from Canada, who is about to make history as the first Canadian astronaut to venture into deep space. With his unique blend of military experience and astronaut training, Hansen is set to bring an exciting perspective to the mission.
While all four astronauts have been handpicked for their exceptional skills and experience, the selection process itself remains shrouded in secrecy. Vanessa Wyche, director of NASA's Johnson Space Center, only confirmed that the diversity of the Artemis II crew was a key factor in their selection, saying "They still all have the right stuff."
For Koch, the news came as a surprise – she and two other astronauts were accidentally late to an initial meeting under different pretenses. The offer caught her off guard, leaving her "speechless" for a moment.
The Artemis II mission will be a historic milestone in human space exploration, marking the first time humans have touched down on the moon since 1972. If everything goes according to plan, the crew of four astronauts will embark on a thrilling journey that will take them beyond the lunar horizon and into the vast expanse of deep space.
As they prepare for their epic adventure, the world waits with bated breath to see what these incredible individuals will achieve next. One thing is certain – this mission will be one for the ages.
In a historic announcement on Monday, NASA revealed that its first crewed moon mission in five decades is set to launch in November 2024. And at the helm of this journey will be four astronauts from around the world: Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen.
Wiseman, a 47-year-old naval aviator and test pilot, will serve as commander of the Artemis II mission. With his background in decorated service, including one prior spaceflight to the International Space Station, Wiseman is no stranger to the challenges of space travel.
Glover, also 47 years old, is a seasoned astronaut with over 3,000 hours of flight experience under his belt. Having spent nearly six months aboard the International Space Station as part of the SpaceX Crew-1 team, Glover is well-equipped for the demands of deep space travel.
Koch, 44 years young, is an engineer-turned-astronaut who has already demonstrated her expertise in space exploration with a record-breaking six spacewalks and 328 days spent in space. Her experience working on NASA missions will be invaluable to the Artemis II crew.
And then there's Hansen, a fighter pilot from Canada, who is about to make history as the first Canadian astronaut to venture into deep space. With his unique blend of military experience and astronaut training, Hansen is set to bring an exciting perspective to the mission.
While all four astronauts have been handpicked for their exceptional skills and experience, the selection process itself remains shrouded in secrecy. Vanessa Wyche, director of NASA's Johnson Space Center, only confirmed that the diversity of the Artemis II crew was a key factor in their selection, saying "They still all have the right stuff."
For Koch, the news came as a surprise – she and two other astronauts were accidentally late to an initial meeting under different pretenses. The offer caught her off guard, leaving her "speechless" for a moment.
The Artemis II mission will be a historic milestone in human space exploration, marking the first time humans have touched down on the moon since 1972. If everything goes according to plan, the crew of four astronauts will embark on a thrilling journey that will take them beyond the lunar horizon and into the vast expanse of deep space.
As they prepare for their epic adventure, the world waits with bated breath to see what these incredible individuals will achieve next. One thing is certain – this mission will be one for the ages.
can't believe we're finally getting back to the moon after all these years! 
I mean, it's not just about the tech and science behind it, but also the humans who are going to make it happen 
Reid Wiseman is leading the charge, and I'm low-key freaking out thinking about that 47-year-old naval aviator flying solo 
That's some serious skills right there 
Jeremy Hansen is also repping Canada and making history with his first deep space mission 
Vanessa Wyche said it all – "they still have the right stuff" 
And from what I've heard, Koch was totally surprised by her own chance at joining this mission 
Can't wait to see what they achieve next! 
I'm low-key hyped about this NASA crew selection! These astronauts have got some serious cred - Wiseman's a naval aviator, Glover's been to space multiple times, Koch has done record-breaking spacewalks, and Hansen's gonna be like "Hey, moon, what's up?" 
It's dope that they chose people from different backgrounds too. Koch was definitely caught off guard, but I'm sure she'll bring some awesome engineering skills to the table. And let's be real, we're living in a time where we're basically going back to the moon... it's wild! 
it's been ages since we've had humans on the lunar surface and now they're throwing in 4 awesome astronauts to make it happen! reid wiseman is gonna be the commander which is awesome given his naval aviator background. victor glover has flown over 3000 hours of flight experience so he's basically a space pro already 
. christina koch is super cool too - 6 spacewalks under her belt? that's insane! and Jeremy Hansen is like, the first canadian astronaut in deep space 
anyway what's with the lack of american astronauts i mean these guys are from canada and germany it's cool but its not the same as having americans leading this mission you know like wiseman is old news compared to when john young was 47 
And then there's the whole thing with Christina Koch being "speechless" when she found out – that sounds like some scripted nonsense to me. 
Maybe they're not actually going to land on the moon, but instead are using it as a testing ground for their real plan: establishing a human settlement on Mars. 
, and Jeremy Hansen's Canadian vibes are gonna bring a cool new perspective to the mission 
And Jeremy Hansen is going to be the first Canadian astronaut in deep space, which is just amazing. I love how diverse the team is - it's definitely going to bring some fresh perspectives to the mission. 
. And Christina Koch is going to be amazing out there - six spacewalks and 328 days in space? That's some serious experience 
Christina Koch's record-breaking spacewalks are giving me life 
, and can't wait to see Jeremy Hansen make history as the first Canadian astronaut in deep space! 
Reid Wiseman as commander, Victor Glover with over 3000 hours of flight experience, Christina Koch with those record-breaking spacewalks... this team is GOING TO CRUSH IT!!!