Artemis II Launch: Crowds gather at Space View Park hours before liftoff
Visitors traveled from all over to see the historic Artemis II launch from Space View Park. FOX 35's Baileigh Bockover spoke with a family who are excited to see the rocket blast into space.
Visitors traveled from all over to see the historic Artemis II launch from Space View Park. FOX 35's Baileigh Bockover spoke with a family who are excited to see the rocket blast into space.
Artemis II: Son of Apollo 14 astronaut talks Artemis excitement
Jack Roosa, the son of Apollo 14 astronaut Stuart Allen Roosa, talks with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the excitement ahead of Artemis II. He talks about being 10 years old watching his dad fly in Apollo 14.
Jack Roosa, the son of Apollo 14 astronaut Stuart Allen Roosa, talks with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the excitement ahead of Artemis II. He talks about being 10 years old watching his dad fly in Apollo 14.
Artemis II: Expert talks worldwide excitement over moon mission
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer talked with Danielle Dallas Roosa, the founder of Back to Space, about the Artemis II mission and the worldwide excitement about the next step in a potential lunar landing. Roosa's grandfather was part of Apollo 14 astronaut Stuart Roosa. "It's time to go back to space," she said.
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer talked with Danielle Dallas Roosa, the founder of Back to Space, about the Artemis II mission and the worldwide excitement about the next step in a potential lunar landing. Roosa's grandfather was part of Apollo 14 astronaut Stuart Roosa. "It's time to go back to space," she said.
Artemis II weather forecast: Where can you spot the launch
The greatest threat to an April 1 Artemis launch is the rain, which should be clearing up hours before the launch window opens. The showers should push further inland closer to the launch time. If the launch is scrubbed, weather on Thursday look less favorable.
The greatest threat to an April 1 Artemis launch is the rain, which should be clearing up hours before the launch window opens. The showers should push further inland closer to the launch time. If the launch is scrubbed, weather on Thursday look less favorable.
Artemis II: California 2nd-grader designed Zero-G Indicator
All eyes are on NASA and Kennedy Space Center where Artemis II is expected to launch on a 10-day mission to the moon -- and back. It is the latest flight test with the goal of landing humans back on the moon -- and eventually building a moon base there. NASA talked to Lucas Ye, a second-grade student from Mountain View, California, who submitted the mascot for Artemis, known as "Rise." It's known as the zero gravity indicator. When Artemis II reaches zero gravity, "Rise" will float.
All eyes are on NASA and Kennedy Space Center where Artemis II is expected to launch on a 10-day mission to the moon -- and back. It is the latest flight test with the goal of landing humans back on the moon -- and eventually building a moon base there. NASA talked to Lucas Ye, a second-grade student from Mountain View, California, who submitted the mascot for Artemis, known as "Rise." It's known as the zero gravity indicator. When Artemis II reaches zero gravity, "Rise" will float.
Countdown to Artemis II launch | Viewers at Jetty Park
People camped out a Jetty Park in anticipation of seeing the Artemis II launch on April 1, booked a site a year in advance. Campers described the event as a mix of excitement and nervousness.
People camped out a Jetty Park in anticipation of seeing the Artemis II launch on April 1, booked a site a year in advance. Campers described the event as a mix of excitement and nervousness.
Countdown to Artemis II launch: Viewers at Space View Park
Hundreds of viewers set up at Space View Park on April 1, ahead of the Artemis II launch. FOX 35's Marley Capper spoke with some out of town visitors about expected historic launch.
Hundreds of viewers set up at Space View Park on April 1, ahead of the Artemis II launch. FOX 35's Marley Capper spoke with some out of town visitors about expected historic launch.
Countdown to Artemis II launch | 'Rocket is in good shape'
Dr. Ken Kremer from Space UpClose spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the previous hydrogen leaks regarding Artemis II. Kremer reported that NASA is testing the hardware and software ahead of the launch set for 6:30 p.m., April 1. "That's all fixed now. Everything is looking really great," Kremer said.
Dr. Ken Kremer from Space UpClose spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the previous hydrogen leaks regarding Artemis II. Kremer reported that NASA is testing the hardware and software ahead of the launch set for 6:30 p.m., April 1. "That's all fixed now. Everything is looking really great," Kremer said.
Artemis II mission patch: What it means, and how it honors ‘All’
NASA astronauts design mission patches to tell the story of each shuttle mission, a tradition dating back to the 1960s. Here’s what’s behind the Artemis II emblem.
NASA astronauts design mission patches to tell the story of each shuttle mission, a tradition dating back to the 1960s. Here’s what’s behind the Artemis II emblem.
The recycled space shuttle parts that will power Artemis II towards the moon
The Artemis II mission around the moon will be a brilliant last hurrah for several space shuttle engines and booster rocket parts that first flew as far back as 1982.
The Artemis II mission around the moon will be a brilliant last hurrah for several space shuttle engines and booster rocket parts that first flew as far back as 1982.
Artemis II rocket launch: How to watch live, stream live
Four astronauts are set to lift off from Kennedy Space Center in Florida on a 10-day journey that will take them around the moon and back to Earth.
Four astronauts are set to lift off from Kennedy Space Center in Florida on a 10-day journey that will take them around the moon and back to Earth.
Artemis II traffic concerns: Titusville officials warn of gridlock as crowds flock to Space Coast for launch
Residents of the Space Coast are bracing for a massive influx of visitors ahead of the Artemis II launch. Local authorities are warning those living in Brevard County about the crowds and potential traffic jams.
Residents of the Space Coast are bracing for a massive influx of visitors ahead of the Artemis II launch. Local authorities are warning those living in Brevard County about the crowds and potential traffic jams.
Artemis II visibility map: These Florida, Georgia cities will see rocket launch to moon
Will you be able to see Artemis II fly through the night sky into space?
Will you be able to see Artemis II fly through the night sky into space?
Virgin Galactic raises spaceflight ticket prices to $750K
Virgin Galactic is reopening sales of its commercial spaceflights on a limited basis – though ticket prices have risen from the company's previous rate.
Virgin Galactic is reopening sales of its commercial spaceflights on a limited basis – though ticket prices have risen from the company's previous rate.
Artemis II rocket: Parking, road closures where to watch the launch
As the launch window for Artemis II approaches, the Brevard County Parks and Recreation give details on road closures and launch viewing areas. While Jetty Park and the Kennedy Space Center will be closed to the those without a pass, the county expects thousands of visitors.
As the launch window for Artemis II approaches, the Brevard County Parks and Recreation give details on road closures and launch viewing areas. While Jetty Park and the Kennedy Space Center will be closed to the those without a pass, the county expects thousands of visitors.
Artemis II rocket launch | NASA observes weather conditions for April 1
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | With the window opening on April 1 for the crewed Artemis II launch, NASA officials discussed the weather forecast and procedures ahead of the launch.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | With the window opening on April 1 for the crewed Artemis II launch, NASA officials discussed the weather forecast and procedures ahead of the launch.
NASA scientists counting down to Artemis 2 moon mission
Dr. Sharon Cobb, the Associate Program Manager for NASA's SLS program joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to preview some of the research and goals of the Artemis 2 rocket launch to the moon, scheduled for tomorrow, April 1 with the launch window opening at 6:24 p.m.
Dr. Sharon Cobb, the Associate Program Manager for NASA's SLS program joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to preview some of the research and goals of the Artemis 2 rocket launch to the moon, scheduled for tomorrow, April 1 with the launch window opening at 6:24 p.m.
Artemis II viewing: Jetty Park day passes sold out for historic launch
The countdown is underway for a historic return to deep space, with NASA targeting a Wednesday evening launch of the Artemis II mission from Florida’s Space Coast.
The countdown is underway for a historic return to deep space, with NASA targeting a Wednesday evening launch of the Artemis II mission from Florida’s Space Coast.
Artemis II: Space Coast swamped as hundreds of thousands arrive for historic launch
Global attention turns to Florida’s Space Coast this week as hundreds of thousands of visitors arrive in Central Florida.
Global attention turns to Florida’s Space Coast this week as hundreds of thousands of visitors arrive in Central Florida.
Orlando weather: Breezy conditions, scattered showers expected ahead of Artemis II launch
Breezy conditions and scattered showers are expected across Central Florida through midweek, with improving weather forecast in time for the planned Artemis II launch.
Breezy conditions and scattered showers are expected across Central Florida through midweek, with improving weather forecast in time for the planned Artemis II launch.