# launch delay
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NASA Pauses First Crewed Artemis Moon Flyby After Cold Weather Cancels Fueling Test
NASA postponed the Artemis II crewed lunar flyby after near-freezing temperatures at the launch site forced cancellation of a key rocket fueling test. The launch is now scheduled no earlier than February 8, with the potential for further delays that could move the mission into March, highlighting weather vulnerability and scheduling fragility in complex human spaceflight programmes.
US Crewed Lunar Flyby Postponed as Severe Cold Grounds Launch Plans
A US crewed lunar flyby mission was postponed after an extreme cold spell compromised launch-commit criteria for cryogenic propellants and ground systems. The delay highlights technical vulnerabilities to severe weather, risks cascading schedule impacts across lunar programme milestones, and carries political and commercial consequences for U.S. space leadership.
NASA Delays First Crewed Artemis Lunar Flyby After Cold Weather Scrubs Fueling Test
NASA delayed the Artemis II crewed lunar flyby after low temperatures at the launch site forced cancellation of a crucial rocket fueling test. The launch is now set for no earlier than February 8 and could slide into March if further delays occur; NASA emphasized that weather and safety will dictate the schedule.