The Artemis II crew made history this week, traveling further from earth than any humans before. Shane Hewitt and Kris Abel highlight the uniquely Canadian moment. Connect with 580 CFRA Online: Subscribe to 580 CFRA: https://bit.ly/4o8AKWp Visit the website: https://www.cfra.com/ Likes us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/47YzDm4 source
Shane Hewitt and Elena Hyde explain why a complex space mission required astronauts to manually fly the spacecraft instead of relying on automated systems. They point to pilot Victor Glover’s successful hands‑on maneuver as a key test to ensure astronauts can make fine corrections during the mission. Connect with 580 CFRA Online: Subscribe to 580…
As Artemis II prepares to send astronauts around the moon, Ontario Science Centre astronomer Rachel Ward-Maxwell breaks down the mission’s goals, risks, and what makes it historic for Canada. She joins Shane Hewitt to explain the test flight, Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen’s role, and how the mission sets the stage for future lunar landings. Connect…
Artemis II is a critical test flight that will send astronauts around the moon without landing. Ontario Science Centre astronomer Rachel Ward-Maxwell joins Shane Hewitt to explain what systems are being tested and how the mission prepares for future lunar landings. Connect with 580 CFRA Online: Subscribe to 580 CFRA: https://bit.ly/4o8AKWp Visit the website: https://www.cfra.com/…
As Canada prepares for Artemis II, Ontario Science Centre astronomer Rachel Ward-Maxwell explains how astronauts manage fear and excitement before launch. She joins Shane Hewitt to discuss risk, training, and mindset ahead of humanity’s return to the moon. Connect with 580 CFRA Online: Subscribe to 580 CFRA: https://bit.ly/4o8AKWp Visit the website: https://www.cfra.com/ Likes us on…