Artemis 2 Splashdown: Where Will It Land Today?

The Orion capsule from the Artemis II mission is scheduled to land in the Pacific Ocean on Friday, April 10. The exact location of the splashdown has drawn interest from those eager to witness the event.

Following a successful orbit around the moon, astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen are set to return to Earth. The crew made history with this lunar flyby mission, capturing stunning images and becoming trailblazers in space exploration.

Koch and Glover became the first woman and first Black man to travel towards the moon. During their mission, they honored Reid Wiseman's late wife by naming a crater after her.

Mission specialist Jeremy Hansen mentioned Carroll Wiseman while orbiting the moon, as part of their heartfelt tribute.

How to Watch the Artemis 2 Splashdown: Streaming Details

The Artemis II splashdown can be viewed on NASA TV, YouTube, Netflix, and other networks that offer live streaming. Coverage starts at around 6:30 p.m. ET on Friday, April 10.

What Time Is the Artemis 2 Splashdown?

The Orion capsule is expected to splash down at 8:07 p.m. ET on Friday, April 10.

Where Is Artemis 2 Landing? Splashdown Site

The landing site for Artemis II is in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego, California.