The Orion spacecraft we built for NASA’s Artemis II mission is officially complete and has been transferred to NASA’s Exploration Ground Systems team. As we look ahead to the 2026 launch, this milestone brings us one step closer to sending astronauts around the Moon on a historic 10-day journey. The EGS team will now prepare Orion for launch, loading propellants, installing the launch abort system and getting it stacked atop the powerful SLS rocket. Artemis II marks Orion’s first mission with astronauts aboard. Upgrades include new life support systems, audio communications and more, ensuring safety and comfort. We are continuing to build Orion spacecraft for Artemis III through VIII, paving the way toward a long-term lunar presence and the first crewed missions to Mars. This milestone is a testament to our partnership with NASA and our shared vision for a sustainable presence in space, learn more: https://lockheedmartin.com/en-us/news/features/2025/lockheed-martin-finalizes-orion-for-artemis-ii.html Learn more about Orion: https://lockheedmartin.com/en-us/products/orion.html

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