The Artemis II crew is set to splash down in the Pacific Ocean on Friday after their history-making journey around the far side of the moon. Mark Strassmann explains the risks as the four astronauts reenter Earth's atmosphere.
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A look at the risks as Artemis II crew prepares to splash down in the Pacific
The Artemis II crew is set to splash down in the Pacific Ocean on Friday after their history-making journey around the far side of the moon. Mark Strassmann explains the risks as the four astronauts reenter Earth's atmosphere.
Published April 10, 2026, 1:12 PM
Updated April 10, 2026, 1:46 PM3.5K
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