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Artemis II daily logbook: A busy first day in space

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Artemis II daily logbook: A busy first day in space

Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen launched aboard the Orion spacecraft atop the SLS rocket for the historic Artemis II mission. He will become the first Canadian to fly around the Moon. 

During their first day in space, the crew tested Orion's systems and performed key manoeuvres to prepare for their journey around the Moon.  (Credits: Canadian Space Agency, NASA)

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Artemis II: Logbook – Day 01

April 1,2026

After more than 50 years, humans are going back to the Moon.

This time, a Canadian is on board.

Col. Jeremy Hansen

Canadian Space Agency astronaut

This is Jeremy. We are going for humanity!

Canadian Space Agency

Longueuil, Quebec

4, 3, 2, 1.

The crew configured Orion, their home for nearly 10 days.

They started testing its systems and manual piloting capabilities.

Follow Jeremy’s exciting journey!

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