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German Astronaut to Pioneer Europe's First Moon Mission

12/2/2025

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A German astronaut will become the first European to fly to the Moon on a future NASA-led Artemis mission, according to Josef Aschbacher, ESA Director General.
Germany, as ESA's largest budget contributor, plays a key role in Artemis, including the European Service Module and Lunar Gateway components.
ESA has secured three astronaut seats on upcoming Moon missions.
Artemis 4 is planned for late 2028.

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A German astronaut will become the first European to fly to the Moon on a future NASA-led Artemis mission, according to Josef Aschbacher, ESA Director General.
Germany, as ESA's largest budget contributor, plays a key role in Artemis, including the European Service Module and Lunar Gateway components.
ESA has secured three astronaut seats on upcoming Moon missions.
Artemis 4 is planned for late 2028.