NASA is Preparing to Roll Artemis II Rocket Back into the Hangar

NASA is preparing to roll back its Artemis II rocket into the hangar for further repairs, following the discovery of a problem with the Space Launch System (SLS) upper stage. This decision comes just a day after the agency announced a target launch date of March 6 for the mission, which is intended to be the first manned mission to the moon in five decades. The rocket is now expected to remain grounded until at least April, delaying the astronauts' trip. The issue identified is related to the fuel supply, although the specific source of the problem has not yet been determined. NASA's announcement indicates that the rollback is necessary to address these technical issues before the astronauts can board the rocket. The agency has not provided a detailed timeline for the repairs or when a new launch date might be set. The Artemis II mission is a significant step in NASA's broader Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the lunar surface. The delay in the launch reflects ongoing challenges in the development and testing of the SLS, which is a critical component of the mission. As NASA works to resolve the upper stage problem, the agency remains focused on ensuring the safety and success of the upcoming lunar mission.