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“Nothing prepares you for this”: Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch on breathtaking views of Earth from Orion

5 hours ago April 3, 2026

During live media interaction on Flight Day 2, Artemis II Mission Specialist Christina Koch described the awe of seeing Earth in a single sweeping view—bright as day on one side, glowing softly under moonlight on the other. Calling it “breathtaking,” the astronaut shared excitement about soon witnessing similar views of the Moon, as the crew continues its journey aboard the Orion capsule.

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