NASA's Artemis II mission marked the first crewed journey around the Moon in over 50 years, carrying four astronauts on a 10-day flight. The mission tested critical systems for future deep space travel and paved the way for lunar landings.
The Artemis program, worth over $90 billion, has been under development for over a decade and includes contributions from international partners and private companies.
While there is no exact public price for Artemis 2, estimates suggest each launch costs over $4 billion, including the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and the Orion spacecraft.
The main funding for Artemis comes from the US government, with private aerospace companies like Boeing, Northrop Grumman, and Lockheed Martin contributing through government contracts.
Artemis is an international effort, with space agencies from Canada, Europe, and Japan contributing technology, crew members, and future components.
