Artemis II moonshot enters final hours before launch with NASA engineers optimistic

TL;DR

Artemis II mission is NASA's first crewed moonshot in half a century.
The countdown is proceeding smoothly, with engineers preparing the rocket and capsule for fueling.
The fueling process involves nearly 760,000 gallons of super-cold liquid oxygen and hydrogen.
Engineers are optimistic about a repaired quick-disconnect fitting that leaked previously.
The Artemis II astronauts have reviewed flight plans and received countdown updates.
Launch is scheduled for Wednesday evening, with an 80% chance of favorable weather.
NASA's senior countdown test director expressed excitement and readiness for the mission.

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