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Three European Astronauts Join NASA's Artemis Moon Mission

11/28/2025

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The European Space Agency announced three European astronauts will join NASA's Artemis program to return humans to the Moon.
Josef Aschbacher, ESA Director General, confirmed first European astronaut will be German.
The Artemis plan targets lunar landings by 2027, with the first crew North American.
Potential German candidates include Alexander Gerst and Matthias Maurer.
The ESA contributes by building the Orion capsule and providing elements for the lunar orbiting station.

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The European Space Agency announced three European astronauts will join NASA's Artemis program to return humans to the Moon.
Josef Aschbacher, ESA Director General, confirmed first European astronaut will be German.
The Artemis plan targets lunar landings by 2027, with the first crew North American.
Potential German candidates include Alexander Gerst and Matthias Maurer.
The ESA contributes by building the Orion capsule and providing elements for the lunar orbiting station.