NASA's New Moon Rocket Faces Delay Due to Fuel Leaks

NASA has postponed the launch of its new moon rocket to March, following fuel leaks encountered during a crucial test. The delays raise questions about future astronaut missions, with the next rehearsal set to address these issues. The Artemis program is aiming for a sustainable lunar presence.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Capecanaveral | Updated: 03-02-2026 15:21 IST | Created: 03-02-2026 15:21 IST
NASA's New Moon Rocket Faces Delay Due to Fuel Leaks
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NASA announced a delay in the launch of its newly developed moon rocket, which was rescheduled for March after encountering troublesome fuel leaks during a key test on Monday.

The space agency emphasized the need to analyze data and rehearse complicated pre-launch procedures a second time to ensure mission success.

This mission marks a significant step in NASA's Artemis program, aimed at establishing a sustainable human presence on the moon, building on the legacy of the Apollo missions in the 1960s and 1970s.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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