When will Artemis II return to Earth? What to know about the record-setting spaceflight

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Original Load Date April 6, 2026, 11 p.m.
Last Updated April 6, 2026, 11 p.m.
Original URL https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/when-will-artemis-ii-return-to-earth-what-to-know-about-the-record-setting-spaceflight/3919141/

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Monday marked a historic day for the crew of Artemis II - and for the world - as its astronauts traveled farther than any manned spacecraft ever, looping around [ the far side of the moon. ][5] For around a breathtaking 40 minutes, the crew lost contact with Earth. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, whe...