Apr 10, 2026 · Astronauts The term “astronaut” derives from the Greek words meaning “star sailor,” and refers to all who have been launched as crew members aboard NASA spacecraft bound for orbit and …

This is an alphabetical list of astronauts, people selected to train for a human spaceflight program to command, pilot, or serve as a crew member of a spacecraft.

Apr 25, 2025 · This list of famous astronauts celebrates the pioneers of space exploration — those who took "one giant leap" for humankind and expanded our reach beyond Earth. These astronauts have …

Discover a definitive list of astronauts from NASA, ESA, Roscosmos, and more. Explore bios, mission details, and careers of global space explorers, past and present.

5 days ago · All told, 24 astronauts (all Americans) have gone to the Moon, and 12 of them walked on its surface. As part of the Artemis space program, launched in 2017, NASA aims to return astronauts to …

Mar 31, 2026 · Not everyone understands why we are trying to do it again. To the four astronauts of Artemis II, the first crewed mission around the moon in more than 50 years, the answer is simple.

Jan 9, 2024 · The journey to the stars has been marked by the courage, dedication, and trailblazing spirit of astronauts who ventured beyond our planet’s boundaries. In this article, we delve into the …

Apr 10, 2026 · The four crew members of NASA's Artemis II moon mission returned to Earth Friday evening, splashing down safely in the Pacific Ocean.

Apr 11, 2026 · Integrity's astronauts are back on Earth," NASA spokesperson Rob Navias said just after splashdown, referring to the name of Artemis 2's Orion capsule.

The Artemis II astronauts who ignited a lunar renaissance are giving high marks to their moonship for its performance during reentry — especially the heat shield.