#Earthset

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A view of Earth from the moon, with half the Earth illuminated and the gray surface of the moon in the foreground.

Artemis II’s ‘Earthset’ image captures the psychological edge of deep-space travel

A newly shared Artemis II image of Earth sinking behind the Moon’s limb has become a powerful symbol of humanity’s return to deep space and a reminder of how disorienting lunar-distance travel can be.

Key Takeaways

NASA shared an Artemis II image showing a crescent Earth setting beyond the Moon’s limb.
The photo was captured before the crew passed behind the Moon and was shared on April 6, 2026.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 12, 2026·via livescience.com

Artemis II’s ‘Earthset’ Image Turns a Historic Lunar Flyby Into a Defining Portrait

NASA has published an extraordinary Earthset image captured by the Artemis II crew during its far-side lunar flyby, offering both a scientific record and a powerful symbol of the mission’s return to deep space.

Key Takeaways

NASA published an Earthset image taken by Artemis II astronauts on April 6, 2026.
The crew photographed the scene during a seven-hour flyby behind the Moon’s far side.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 10, 2026·via science.nasa.gov