NASA has a new problem to fix before the next Artemis II countdown test

Here's something that might surprise you — NASA’s got a new headache before their next big moon shot. Jared Isaacman, NASA’s boss, said they’re working hard to fix the fueling issues that’s been holding back the Space Launch System. Now, why does this matter? Well, Artemis III, the first moon landing since the Apollo days, depends on a smooth launch. According to Stephen Clark from Ars Technica, they’re doing another countdown rehearsal next week to nail down a hydrogen leak problem that cut short a recent test. This is crucial because Artemis II, the first crewed flight of the SLS, is scheduled to circle the Moon and bring astronauts home — an almost 10-day journey. But here’s where it gets interesting — NASA’s really under pressure to get this right. As Clark reports, the agency’s vowed to iron out these fueling issues before Artemis III, which is their big moon landing goal. So, stay tuned — there’s a lot riding on this next test.