LIVE - Jeremy Hansen Phones Home for the First Time From the Artemis II Mission

Why It Matters

Hansen’s live interview demonstrates Canada’s expanding stake in Artemis and inspires the next generation, while reinforcing the strategic value of international collaboration in deep‑space exploration.

Key Takeaways

• First live call from Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen on Artemis II.
• Crew performed trans‑lunar injection, now 220,000 km from Earth.
• Hansen emphasizes teamwork, passion, and Canadian youth inspiration.
• Astronauts observed lunar features like Oriental Basin and upcoming eclipse.
• Canadian Space Agency’s role highlighted through Capcom Jenny Gibbons and partnerships.

Summary

The Canadian Space Agency hosted the first live Earth‑to‑space transmission with astronaut Jeremy Hansen on flight day three of NASA’s Artemis II mission, marking Canada’s inaugural in‑flight interview as the crew heads toward the Moon.

After a flawless launch on April 1, the four‑person crew completed cabin configuration, system checkouts and a manual proximity‑operations demo before executing the trans‑lunar injection burn that propelled them to roughly 220,000 km from Earth—over half the distance to the lunar surface. NASA‑released “Blue Marble” photos and onboard views highlighted the dramatic shift from close‑up Earth to the deep‑space backdrop.

Hansen’s remarks underscored the mission’s human element: “Humanity has once again shown what we’re capable of,” he said, praising the global team that made the flight possible. He also described the awe of watching Earth shrink, the near‑miss feeling during the burn, and the first glimpse of the Moon’s Oriental Basin, noting an upcoming solar eclipse as a scientific bonus.

The event showcases Canada’s growing role in deep‑space exploration, from astronaut participation to Capcom Jenny Gibbons’ first shift, and serves as a rallying point for Canadian youth and industry. By linking the public directly to the mission, the CSA reinforces international partnerships and builds momentum for future lunar and Martian endeavors.

Original Description

Join us for a historic first as Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen connects live from the Orion spacecraft and speaks with Canadian media.

Currently three days into the Artemis II mission, Jeremy is making history as the first Canadian to venture toward the Moon.

Learn more about the mission: https://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/missions/artemis-ii/

Version en français : https://youtu.be/C4YnysZHjOQ

Original version without simultaneous translation: https://youtu.be/EV2GcVRNZQw

Credits: Canadian Space Agency, NASA

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👉 Artemis II: https://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/missions/artemis-ii/

👉 Moon exploration: https://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/astronomy/moon-exploration/

👉 Canada's role in Moon exploration: https://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/astronomy/moon-exploration/canada-role.asp

👉 Artemis program: missions to the Moon: https://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/astronomy/moon-exploration/artemis-missions.asp

👉 What’s new: https://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/whats-new

👉 Website: https://www.asc-csa.gc.ca

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