Countdown underway for first manned Moon mission in more than 50 years as crew 'ready to go' deeper into space than any human in history

The 10 day test flight will carry four astronauts on an epic 685 000 mile voyage around the Moon, marking the first crewed mission to Earth s celestial neighbour in more than half a century. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Nasa associate administrator Amit Kshatriya confirmed: "The vehicle is ready. " The countdown clock began ticking at 4. 44pm local time, targeting a Wednesday evening lift off. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Chief flight

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Countdown underway for first manned Moon mission in more than 50 years as crew 'ready to go' deeper into space than any human in history

The 10 day test flight will carry four astronauts on an epic 685 000 mile voyage around the Moon, marking the first crewed mission to Earth s celestial neighbour in more than half a century. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Nasa associate administrator Amit Kshatriya confirmed: "The vehicle is ready. " The countdown clock began ticking at 4. 44pm local time, targeting a Wednesday evening lift off. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Chief flight

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