NASA Announces Artemis III Crew to Test Moon‑Landing Tech

NASA announced the astronaut roster for its Artemis III mission. The crew will be tasked with testing key lunar‑landing technologies. The mission is part of the agency's broader Artemis program. Testing will focus on systems needed for a sustainable presence on the Moon. The selected astronauts will conduct experiments in lunar orbit. Success will inform the design of subsequent crewed landings. NASA plans to schedule the launch later this decade. Industry observers will watch for updates on the mission timeline.