How to watch the historic Artemis II lunar flyby

NASA's Artemis II mission is about to make history. After a successful April 1 launch , and a trip of 39,000 miles through space , astronauts Reid Wiseman, Christina Koch, Victor Glover and Jeremy Hansen are about to travel farther from Earth than any human beings have before, and you can watch the entire thing unfold online. NASA will stream the entire flyby on YouTube and its own NASA+ website , with coverage beginning at 1PM ET.  You can also watch NASA+ through Netflix . It's going to take some time for things to get underway, so if you're working or have plans this evening but don't want to miss seeing history being made, your best bet is to try and catch a handful of key moments. At approximately 1:56PM ET, Artemis II will fly farther than any crewed mission has before, breaking the previous record set by Apollo 13 in 1970. Then, the Orion spacecraft will begin its flyby of the Moon at 2:45PM ET, with the craft expected to make its closest approach to the lunar surface at approximately 7:02PM ET. A few short minutes later, the spacecraft will reach its maximum distance from Earth at about 7:07PM ET.  A little more than an hour later at 8:35PM, the Artemis II crew will get a chance to see a total solar eclipse from the far side of the Moon. This is something that won't be visible from Earth. So if you can only catch one part of the

6 April 2026 at 07:28 pm

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How to watch the historic Artemis II lunar flyby

NASA's Artemis II mission is poised to make history as astronauts Reid Wiseman, Christina Koch, Victor Glover, and Jeremy Hansen embark on a journey that will take them farther from Earth than any crewed mission has achieved before. Launched successfully on April 1st, the mission has traveled 39,000 miles through space, and the historic lunar flyby is set to unfold live for the world to witness.

NASA has made it easy for anyone to watch this historic event unfold by streaming the entire flyby on YouTube and its own NASA+ website. Coverage will begin at 1 PM ET, and viewers can also access NASA+ through Netflix. Given the length of the event, it's advisable for those with plans or work commitments to focus on key moments rather than trying to watch the entire broadcast.

At approximately 1:56 PM ET, Artemis II will break the previous record set by Apollo 13 in 1970, becoming the farthest crewed mission from Earth. Following this milestone, the Orion spacecraft will initiate its flyby of the Moon at 2:45 PM ET. The closest approach to the lunar surface is expected around 7:02 PM ET, marking a significant moment in space exploration.

Just a few minutes after reaching its closest approach, the spacecraft will achieve its maximum distance from Earth at about 7:07 PM ET. Later that evening, at 8:35 PM, the Artemis II crew will be treated to a unique sight: a total solar eclipse visible only from the far side of the Moon. This phenomenon is not observable from Earth, making it a truly special opportunity for the astronauts.

If viewers are unable to watch the entire broadcast, capturing this eclipse is highly recommended. It's a rare and awe-inspiring event that underscores the incredible vantage point the crew enjoys from their position in space.

This historic mission not only pushes the boundaries of human exploration but also showcases NASA's commitment to making space discoveries accessible to the public. By streaming the event live, the agency allows anyone with an internet connection to bear witness to this momentous occasion.

In conclusion, the Artemis II lunar flyby is a significant milestone in space history, and the live streaming options provide an unprecedented opportunity for the public to engage with the mission. Whether watching the entire event or focusing on key moments like the record-breaking distance, the lunar flyby, or the unique solar eclipse, this historic mission promises to leave a lasting impression on viewers worldwide.

Source: Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronics

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