NASA Reveals Nine Potential Artemis III Moon Landing Sites

The mission, set for 2026, will mark the first crewed lunar landing in over 50 years, focusing on the moon's South Pole.

NASA has shortlisted nine landing regions near the lunar South Pole for the Artemis III mission, aiming to explore uncharted territories.
The mission will include the first woman and person of color to land on the moon, with a focus on scientific discovery and resource identification.
Key factors in site selection include terrain suitability, communication capabilities, and scientific potential, particularly the presence of water ice.
The Artemis III mission is scheduled for no earlier than September 2026, with astronauts using SpaceX's Starship for the landing.
NASA plans to continue refining site selections for future missions, potentially expanding beyond the initial nine regions identified.