A British satellite station in Cornwall will aid Nasa in launching its Artemis 2 mission to the Moon. Scheduled for early April, the spacecraft will carry astronauts on a historic journey around the Moon after over 50 years.
The Artemis 2 launch from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida is set between Wednesday and next Monday. If delayed, the next opportunity will be at the end of the month. The Goonhilly Earth Station will track the Orion spacecraft’s journey to and from the Moon.
Goonhilly, known for broadcasting the Apollo 11 Moon landing in 1969, will support Nasa’s Artemis missions. The station played a vital role in Nasa’s Artemis 1 in 2022. Matthew Cosby, the chief technology officer, highlighted the site’s contribution to humanity’s lunar exploration.
In collaboration with the UK Space Agency and Nasa, Goonhilly is exploring real-time space weather measurement solutions. Baroness Lloyd praised Goonhilly’s historic achievements in space communication and its current role in Nasa’s lunar missions.
The partnership between Goonhilly and Nasa showcases British expertise on the global stage, fostering job opportunities and growth within the UK.
