NASA Awards Lunar Missions for Base Lunar Program
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NASA Awards Lunar Missions for Base Lunar Program

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The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has selected three companies to conduct four new missions to the Moon, slated for late 2028. These missions are part of NASA’s Base Lunar program, which aims to establish a long-term presence on the lunar surface.

The agency announced Tuesday that Astrobotic, Firefly Aerospace, and Intuitive Machines will deliver scientific payloads belonging to NASA to the Moon. The specific details of these payloads were not disclosed in the announcement.

These missions represent a significant step forward for the Base Lunar program as NASA continues construction of its lunar infrastructure. The program intends to facilitate sustained exploration and research on the Moon, paving the way for future endeavors.

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