Athena Lander Is Heading to the Moon—Here’s What’s on Board
Intuitive Machines' Athena lander just hitched a ride on a SpaceX Falcon 9 and is now cruising toward the moon. It’s aiming for a landing near the south pole on March 6. Packed inside: a drill to scoop up lunar soil, three robotic rovers, and even a tiny flying 'hopper' to explore tricky terrain. This mission could unlock new insights about the moon’s surface.