Artemis II astronauts are currently on Day 7 of their 10-day lunar mission, having already set a record for the furthest distance from Earth achieved by humans. Commander Reid Wiseman, Pilot Victor Glover, and Mission Specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen made this achievement on Day 6 of their journey.
Prior to their launch, which took place in April 2025, the crew participated in an "astronaut film school" in collaboration with National Geographic and NASA. This program included training with audiovisual equipment designed for use aboard the Orion spacecraft, where Nat Geo's editors provided insights on capturing their mission through film. A documentary special detailing their experiences will be released soon.
Inside the spacecraft, astronauts must navigate unique challenges, such as using a "hygiene bay" located on the floor. Koch noted that the toilet is notably loud, requiring them to wear hearing protection. Additionally, exercise routines take place in close quarters, with a flywheel device positioned above the toilet area, highlighting the spatial constraints of their environment. As the mission progresses, interest remains in how the astronauts manage daily activities in microgravity.