At this moment, NASA is not ready to give up

The Artemis I rocket's launch has been delayed because of engine issues.

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Because the launch attempt for today was scrubbed due to an engine issue, NASA is moving forward with plans to try again on Friday, September 2.

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NASA cancelled the launch of the Artemis I spacecraft on Monday at 8:34 AM ET because one of the four engines of the Space Launch System failed.

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SLS is crucial to NASA's Artemis programme, which aims to send astronauts back to the Moon by 2025.

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The next attempt is scheduled for this upcoming Friday, September 2.

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The following attempt will be made on September 2 at 12:48 PM ET.

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