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Want to fly to the moon? Nasa is looking for new astronauts for the Artemis programme

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Associated Press. (2026, November 7). Want to fly to the moon? Nasa is looking for new astronauts for the Artemis programme. South China Morning Post. https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3373673/want-fly-moon-nasa-looking-new-astronauts-artemis-programme

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NASA is currently seeking new astronaut candidates to join its Artemis program, which aims to establish a sustainable human presence on the moon. The agency received over 8,000 applications during its last recruitment drive two years ago, ultimately selecting just ten individuals for training. This latest call for applicants was announced at an air show held at Kennedy Space Centre, focusing on lunar exploration and advancements in aviation technology.
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NASA is currently seeking new astronauts for its Artemis program, aiming to establish a permanent base on the Moon and eventually send humans to Mars. The agency’s last recruitment drive in September 2025 saw over 8,000 applicants with only 10 making the final cut. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman stated that selected candidates will not only test spacecraft but also live and work on the Moon as part of a future moon base. Applications for the new class are open until December 3, 2026, and applicants must be U.S. citizens with a master’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent experience. Successful candidates can earn an annual salary of $164,395 and will join NASA's current corps of 32 active astronauts, contributing to ongoing lunar missions and preparing for future Mars expeditions.

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South China Morning PostThis outlet8 Nov

NASA is currently seeking new astronaut candidates to join its Artemis program, which aims to establish a sustainable human presence on the moon. The agency received over 8,000 applications during its last recruitment drive two years ago, ultimately selecting just ten individuals for training. This latest call for applicants was announced at an air show held at Kennedy Space Centre, focusing on lunar exploration and…

Want to fly to the moon? Nasa is looking for new astronauts for the Artemis programme (this article)
CBS News11 Nov

NASA is currently recruiting new astronauts, with applications due by December 3rd. Astronaut Nichole Stilwell appears on "The Daily Report" to talk about the job requirements and share her experiences from her time in space as part of this recruitment effort.

NASA recruiting new astronauts, deadline to apply set for early December →2 articles from CBS News on this story
NPR9 Nov

NASA has opened applications for new astronauts who will live and work on the Moon as part of future missions planned by 2028. Current NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced that out of thousands of applicants in previous rounds, only a few were selected; this time, any U.S. citizen can apply with a master’s degree in STEM or nursing, along with at least three years of related experience or equivalent…

NASA is looking for astronauts to live and work on the Moon →
New York Post9 Nov

NASA is recruiting new astronauts with applications open until December 3, offering a $164,000 salary for those chosen to work on lunar missions and beyond. To apply, candidates must be U.S. citizens with advanced degrees in STEM fields and at least three years of professional experience. The selection process involves rigorous evaluations including physical fitness tests and interviews, followed by two years of…

NASA is hiring! Aspiring astronauts offered a surprising $164,000 salary to work on the Moon: ‘Write the next chapter of human spaceflight’ →
ABC News (US)9 Nov

NASA has produced a recruitment video aimed at attracting new astronauts to join their mission to establish a long-term presence on the Moon and eventually send humans to Mars. The video is part of NASA's efforts to build a future-focused astronaut corps capable of supporting these ambitious space exploration goals.

WATCH: NASA recruiting next generation of astronauts →

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Want to fly to the moon? Nasa is looking for new astronauts for the Artemis programme South China Morning Post · stated as fact

NASA is looking for astronauts to live and work on the Moon NPR · stated as fact

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NASA Recruiting Astronauts For Artemis Programme
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Associated Press
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Nasa is looking for new astronauts for the Artemis programme The US space agency’s last such call was two years ago, with 8,000 people applying and only 10 making the final cut Want to fly to the moon and help build a permanent lunar base?
framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-11-10
Nasa is accepting applications for a new astronaut class that will help grow the Artemis programme.
2026-11-10 · South China Morning Post
Want to fly to the moon? Nasa is looking for new astronauts for the Artemis programme · assertive framing

Claims (4 extracted, 0 hedged)

Nasa is looking for new astronauts for the Artemis programme The US space agency’s last such call was two years ago, with 8,000 people applying and only 10 making the final cut Want to fly to the moon and help build a permanent lunar base? asserted
10 → look → base
Nasa is accepting applications for a new astronaut class that will help grow the Artemis programme. asserted
that → accept → programme
Officials announced the news on Saturday during a Kennedy Space Centre air show promoting lunar exploration as well as advances in aviation and technology. asserted
Officials → announce → aviation
More than 8,000 applied, with 10 making the final cut in September 2025. asserted
10 → apply → September
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