Artemis II splashes down safely after historic lunar mission and record-setting return

Published on 24 April 2026

Their return broke distance records and surprised everyone

Artemis II astronauts are back on Earth after a safe, record-setting splashdown in the Pacific following a historic lunar mission. The crew pushed distances far beyond previous missions and delivered fresh, unprecedented views of the Moon’s far side. NASA now moves closer to future lunar landings and a sustainable base, with the diverse crew already becoming a global inspiration.

Artemis II ends with a safe Pacific splashdown
The mission set new distance records from Earth
Unprecedented imagery captured the Moon’s far side
NASA’s next steps toward landings and a base get momentum

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Artemis II splashes down safely after historic lunar mission and record-setting return

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