NASA's Artemis II mission has hit a few bumps in space, despite a smooth launch. The four astronauts on board have been adjusting to life in their small spacecraft, sharing their experiences with naps and toilet troubles.
Mission commander Reid Wiseman revealed that the crew has only managed a few short naps in their first 30 hours in space, with some astronauts sleeping in unusual spots like 'heads down in the middle of the vehicle' or 'wedge[d] in a nook.'
Pilot Victor Glover described his experience as 'comical... but more comfortable than you would think.' The crew also faced a problem with the toilet early in the mission, which Christina Koch fixed by using a plunger.
The astronauts have also been taking photos and cleaning the windows using water and a dry wipe. Despite these challenges, they shared a powerful moment when they looked back at Earth, seeing the entire globe, Africa, Europe, and the northern lights.
The Artemis II crew is expected to return to Earth on April 10, 2026, after a 10-day trip around the Moon. The return will be one of the most intense parts of the mission, with the Orion spacecraft reentering Earth's atmosphere at 25,000 miles per hour.
