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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Vinay Patel

Artemis II Splashdown Time Confirmed as NASA Warns of 'Most Dangerous' Re-Entry Stage

The Orion capsule must hit the atmosphere at a precise angle traveling 24,000 mph to survive heat shield flaws that some fear could be fatal. (Credit: NASA Artemis/X)

Four brave astronauts are currently speeding towards Earth as their historic journey around the moon nears its end. NASA has officially confirmed when the Orion capsule will hit the water, but the agency is also highlighting the extreme dangers the crew must face in the final minutes. While the mission has been a success so far, the most difficult challenge of the entire trip is still to come.

As the Artemis II team prepares for Friday's homecoming after their landmark 10-day moon mission, the crew praised this 'golden age of space travel.' They honoured their journey and expressed hope that the milestone flight would encourage future explorers.

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