'80% chance of a go,' launch weather officer says at NASA's Artemis II prelaunch conference
By Kenna Hughes-Castleberry
Published on March 31, 2026.
NASA's Artemis II rocket is on track for its planned April 1 launch, despite a recent solar flare incident. The news conference was held at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, where managers emphasized that both the vehicle and team are ready to fly. The main concern for the launch is Earth's weather, with high ground winds predicted as the main issue. The event also addressed concerns about potential April Fool's Day pranks.
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