# NASA has boldly re-entered the lunar exploration scene with the successful Artemis II mission.

*aerospace · news · 2026-04-12 · Devdiscourse*

## Key points

- NASA's Artemis II mission marks the first human visit to the moon in over fifty years.
- The Artemis II crew has returned safely to Earth, paving the way for Artemis III.
- SpaceX and Blue Origin are actively competing for the next lunar landing contract.
- Upcoming missions include plans to establish a permanent moon base.

**Companies:** NASA, SpaceX, Blue Origin
**Countries:** United States

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