SUMMARY

The Artemis II crew has released remarkable photographs of Earth, captured during their mission aboard the Orion spacecraft. Artemis II Commander Reid Wiseman took a stunning image of our planet after the translunar injection burn on April 2, 2026. The photograph prominently displays two auroras, one in the top right and another in the bottom left, showcasing the dynamic beauty of Earth from space.

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Artemis II crew shares first images from Orion spacecraft.

Commander Reid Wiseman captured a view of Earth with auroras.

Images were taken after the translunar injection burn on April 2, 2026.

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