In a poignant final transmission before their scheduled splashdown this Saturday, the four Artemis II astronauts shared heartfelt reflections with BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle as they journey home from their historic lunar fly-by.
Mission specialist Christina Koch, speaking from the capsule, expressed that what she'll miss most is the "camaraderie" developed among the crew during their record-breaking mission. She described the bond formed between the astronauts as akin to "brothers and sisters," highlighting the profound personal connections forged while traveling further from Earth than any humans before them.
The conversation occurred during what is expected to be the crew's last communication before completing their return to Earth, marking the conclusion of a mission that has captured global attention for its exploration milestones and human drama.