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NASA conducts second rocket fueling test that will decide when Artemis astronauts head to the moon

NASA took another crack at fueling its giant moon rocket Thursday after leaks halted the initial dress rehearsal and delayed the first lunar trip by astronauts in more than half a century. For the second time this month,

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NASA to rehearse Artemis 2 moon launch again today. What to know

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NASA to try Artemis II test run again, could set up March moonshot

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NASA begins mock Artemis 2 launch countdown ahead of fueling test

The mission, which will send four astronauts on a 10-day trip around the moon, has been delayed until at least March.

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NASA hopes to avoid more hydrogen leaks during 2nd Artemis 2 rocket fueling test today: Watch live

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What is a wet dress rehearsal? Here's what to know about NASA's upcoming moon rocket test.

Artemis II: Fuel Test Underway As NASA Begins Second Wet Dress Rehearsal Ahead Of Lunar Launch [WATCH LIVE]

The second wet dress rehearsal for the Artemis II mission continues as teams power up the rocket’s core stage — which contains propellant tanks — and charge the Orion spacecraft’s flight batteries. Tomorrow, teams will practice fueling the rocket. https://t.co/R6CRW9PcdO pic.twitter.com/l80UhQ6hhn — NASA (@NASA) February 18, 2026

NASA to Run Critical Artemis 2 Fueling Test Despite Pesky Technical Issues

NASA’s pre-launch preparations for the Artemis 2 mission are off to a rocky start, conjuring memories of the technical issues that delayed Artemis 1 by several months. A redo fueling test this week will likely determine whether this mission will face similar setbacks.