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Moon-bound Artemis II astronauts enjoy a relaxed day in space, spectacular Earth views
Updated on: April 3, 2026 / 8:33 PM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- Astronauts aboard the Orion capsule enjoyed views of Earth and took photos.
- They rehearsed basic medical procedures to prepare for deep space emergencies.
- The crew took photos of Earth, showcasing continents, oceans, and auroras.
- Plans for trajectory correction were canceled due to the spacecraft staying on course.
- The astronauts are preparing for a flyover of the moon's far side, aiming to observe it with human eyes.
- Artemis II crew will set a new distance record and will be out of contact with Earth for 40 minutes during the far side flyover.
- The mission will conclude with a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean on April 10th.