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NASA Advances Artemis 3 with Key Tank Move

4/30/2025

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On April 22, 2025, NASA's Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans made a significant leap towards the Artemis 3 mission by moving the essential liquid hydrogen tank for the Space Launch System. This tank will power the towering 212-foot SLS core stage, heralding humanity's long-awaited return to the moon after more than half a century.

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On April 22, 2025, NASA's Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans made a significant leap towards the Artemis 3 mission by moving the essential liquid hydrogen tank for the Space Launch System. This tank will power the towering 212-foot SLS core stage, heralding humanity's long-awaited return to the moon after more than half a century.