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Live updates: Firefly 'Blue Ghost' lunar lander touches down on the moon


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Published in Science and Technology on Sunday, March 2nd 2025 at 12:02 GMT by CNN   Print publication without navigation

  • A robotic lunar lander built by Texas-based Firefly has successfully landed on the moon, becoming only the second private-sector company ever to complete such a feat.

The article from CNN discusses the upcoming Blue Ghost lunar lander mission, set to launch in 2025. This mission, operated by Firefly Aerospace, aims to deliver NASA's scientific instruments to the lunar surface as part of the Artemis program. Key points include the lander's design to explore the Moon's far side, the inclusion of various scientific payloads to study lunar geology, radiation, and potential resources like water ice. The mission is significant as it represents a step towards sustainable lunar exploration, with the lander expected to operate for at least 14 Earth days, providing valuable data for future human missions. Additionally, the article touches on the collaboration between NASA and private companies, highlighting the growing role of commercial spaceflight in advancing space exploration.

Read the Full CNN Article at:
[ https://www.cnn.com/science/live-news/moon-landing-blue-ghost-03-02-25/index.html ]

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