NASA's Moon Mission Crew: 'Landing Is Absolutely Doable

Four astronauts just told the world something remarkable: landing on the moon isn't just possible anymore. It's happening soon.

NASA's Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canada's Jeremy Hansen returned to Earth on April 10 after a historic 10-day mission around the moon. They became the first humans to fly to lunar space in over half a century, testing the Orion spacecraft that will carry future crews to the moon's surface.

At a press conference just six days after splashdown, Commander Wiseman shared surprising news. The spacecraft performed so well that NASA could launch the next mission tomorrow if needed. "The thing that really surprised me on this mission was how well the spacecraft handled," he said.

The crew faced only minor issues during their journey. They felt cold for the first two days, but ground teams fixed the cabin temperature quickly. Everything else worked better than expected.

Wiseman's confidence grew so strong during the mission that he made a bold statement about landing. "It's not the leap I thought it was," he reflected. "If we had a first-flight lander on board that thing, I know at least three of my crewmates would have been in it, trying to land on the moon."

The mission captivated millions worldwide as the crew shared stunning images of Earth rising over the moon's horizon. "We wanted to go out and try to do something that would bring the world together," Wiseman explained.

Why This Inspires

This mission proves that big dreams backed by dedication can become reality faster than we think. The Artemis program faced years of delays and skepticism, but these four astronauts just showed the world that returning to the moon isn't science fiction anymore.

Their success clears the path for Artemis 3, scheduled for mid-2027, which will practice docking with lunar landers in Earth orbit. If that mission succeeds, Artemis 4 could put boots on the moon near the south pole by late 2028.

Glover emphasized the importance of their test flight for longer missions ahead. "It's really important for us to keep practicing, keeping our heads in the game," he said, noting that future crews will spend 30 to 45 days in space.

The astronauts are already back at work helping NASA prepare for the next giant leap, proving that the journey to the moon isn't just doable—it's underway.