Blue Ghost Lander’s New Moon Images Ahead of March 2 Lunar Landing Attempt

The Blue Ghost lunar lander has shared breathtaking new images of the moon’s surface as it prepares for its historic landing attempt on March 2, 2025. The spacecraft, operated by Texas-based Firefly Aerospace, has been orbiting the moon since February 13 after launching from Earth on January 15. The newly released footage shows detailed views of the moon’s far side—an area not visible from Earth—captured from approximately 120 kilometers (74.6 miles) above the lunar surface. The images reveal a landscape dotted with impact craters, while also capturing the remarkable sight of Earth rising and setting behind the moon. “The latest … Continue reading Blue Ghost Lander’s New Moon Images Ahead of March 2 Lunar Landing Attempt