Crescent Earth Over Lunar Horizon - NASA
Summary: This image, captured by the Artemis II crew on April 6, 2026, shows a crescent Earth appearing above the lunar horizon.
Taken on April 6, 2026, this photograph features a striking view of a crescent Earth suspended in the dark expanse of space, positioned just above the rugged, crater-pocked horizon of the Moon's far side. The image was captured by the crew of the Artemis II mission, providing a unique perspective of our home planet from the lunar vicinity.
Document outline
1. Mission Context: Artemis II 2. Date of Capture: April 6, 2026 3. Subject: Crescent Earth over the lunar horizon 4. Location: Lunar far side 5. Image Credit: NASA
