At approximately 1:57 p.m. ET, NASA's Artemis 2 crew, comprising Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen, achieved a historic milestone by breaking the record for the farthest distance from Earth, reaching 252,760 miles (406,778 kilometers). This surpasses the previous record set by Apollo 13 in 1970 by 4,105 miles (6,606 kilometers). The Orion spacecraft is expected to approach the Moon closely at around 7:02 p.m., coming within 4,070 miles (6,550 kilometers) of the lunar surface. The Artemis 2 mission is significant not only for its record-breaking distance but also for its scientific objectives, as the crew will observe and photograph the Moon's far side, including the Orientale basin, which has never been directly seen by humans before. This lunar observation period will last approximately seven hours, allowing the astronauts to gather important data that will aid in preparations for a planned lunar landing in 2028. NASA is live-streaming the mission, providing the public with real-time updates and insights into the crew's activities.