Historic Engines Take Their Place on Artemis III

NASA engineers commenced the installation of four RS-25 engines onto the SLS rocket's core stage on August 24th at Kennedy Space Center. These powerful engines are destined for use in the upcoming Artemis III mission, slated to launch the crew into low Earth orbit by 2027. The RS-25 engines each possess distinct serial numbers meticulously documenting their operational history and specific flights. This meticulous process ensures the readiness of these critical components for the demanding requirements of the Artemis III journey. Technicians are carefully integrating these legacy engines as part of a broader effort to support humanity’s return to lunar exploration.