Nebula Nerd The Arrival of NASA’s Artemis II Core Stage at Kennedy Space Center
Exciting news for space enthusiasts as NASA’s Artemis II core stage has arrived at Kennedy Space Center, marking a significant milestone in the mission to the Moon scheduled for September 2025. The core stage, a crucial component of the Artemis II mission, was transported on the impressive NASA barge Pegasus all the way from the Michoud Assembly Facility near New Orleans.
The journey of the core stage was a carefully orchestrated operation, ensuring its safe arrival at the Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy Space Center. The core stage was delicately moved from the barge to the assembly building using specialized Self-Propelled Module Transporters, showcasing the precision and expertise of the NASA team.
With the core stage now in place at Kennedy Space Center, preparations for the Artemis II mission are in full swing. The stage will play a vital role in powering the spacecraft that will carry astronauts to the Moon, paving the way for future exploration and scientific discovery.
Stay tuned for more updates as NASA continues to make strides towards its goal of returning humans to the Moon and beyond.
