NASA Forges Ahead in Crucial Test Series: Moon Rocket Engine Hot Fire — NASA has successfully comp |
NASA completed a crucial hot fire test of the RS-25 engine, part of a 12-test certification series for future Artemis missions. This achievement brings NASA one step closer to landing the first woman and person of color on the Moon, as well as establishing a long-term lunar presence. Credit: NASA / Stennis
NASA’s RS-25 engine underwent a full duration hot fire test, operating beyond the required power level to reach orbit. This was the eighth test in a series supporting production of engines for the Artemis missions, beginning with Artemis V. Credit: NASA / Stennis
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