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Want to fly to the moon? Nasa is looking for new astronauts for the Artemis programme

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NASA is accepting applications for a new astronaut class to support the Artemis programme's goal of building a permanent lunar base.
Officials announced the recruitment during a Kennedy Space Centre air show on Saturday.
The last astronaut selection in 2025 drew over 8,000 applicants, with 10 chosen.

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NASA's last call for new astronauts was two years ago. More than 8,000 applied, with 10 making the final cut in September 2025.

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Want to fly to the moon and help build a permanent lunar base? Nasa is accepting applications for a new astronaut class that will help grow the Artemis programme.

Officials announced the news on Saturday during a Kennedy Space Centre air show promoting lunar exploration as well as advances in aviation and technology.

Nasa’s last call for new astronauts was two years ago. More than 8,000 applied, with 10 making the final cut in September 2025.

Open Questions

When is the application deadline for the new astronaut class?
How many astronauts will be selected this time?
What are the eligibility requirements for applicants?

Want to fly to the moon? Nasa is looking for new astronauts for the Artemis programme

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NASA is accepting applications for a new astronaut class to support the Artemis programme's goal of building a permanent lunar base.
Officials announced the recruitment during a Kennedy Space Centre air show on Saturday.
The last astronaut selection in 2025 drew over 8,000 applicants, with 10 chosen.

AI-generated summary

Why It Matters

NASA's last call for new astronauts was two years ago. More than 8,000 applied, with 10 making the final cut in September 2025.

Font size

Want to fly to the moon and help build a permanent lunar base? Nasa is accepting applications for a new astronaut class that will help grow the Artemis programme.

Officials announced the news on Saturday during a Kennedy Space Centre air show promoting lunar exploration as well as advances in aviation and technology.

Nasa’s last call for new astronauts was two years ago. More than 8,000 applied, with 10 making the final cut in September 2025.

Open Questions

When is the application deadline for the new astronaut class?
How many astronauts will be selected this time?
What are the eligibility requirements for applicants?

Want to fly to the moon? Nasa is looking for new astronauts for the Artemis programme

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Want to fly to the moon? Nasa is looking for new astronauts for the Artemis programme

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