NASA Opens the Door to More Moon Lander Ideas

NASA will look for more moon lander ideas because SpaceX is behind schedule with its Starship lander. The agency will ask other U.S. companies to propose designs and to help keep the Artemis program moving. Blue Origin and Lockheed Martin are possible competitors and may submit plans.

SpaceX was the first company chosen to develop the lunar lander for Artemis III, but delays have changed the plan. NASA wants more options so astronauts can return to the Moon on time. The work will focus on safety and reliable operations near the lunar south pole.