First US Moon Landing In 50 Years Now In Jeopardy Due To Engine Issue

Eddie Makuch
1/8/2024

Update: Astrobotic posted another update on the propulsion issue, saying there has been a "critical loss of propellant" due to the problems. It sounds like the lander is no longer headed to the Moon but will instead potentially go on a different journey to try to make the most of the unfortunate situation.Update #4 for Peregrine Mission One: pic.twitter.com/6uISAG3Je1 — Astrobotic (@astrobotic) January 8, 2024 The original story is below.The United States' first attempt to land on the Moon again in 50+ years is now in jeopardy, as a private company that launched its lander on Monday now says it's encountered an engine issue, according to The Associated Press.Continue Reading at GameSpot...

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