NASA plans to return to the Moon by 2028: what it means.

According to ТСН: NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman shared the United States' plans for a return to the Moon during Donald Trump's presidency. He revealed this information on the "Closing Bell Overtime" program on CNBC.

"We want to be able to explore and realize the scientific, economic, and national security potential of the Moon," he said.

Isaacman emphasized that the Moon opens up new opportunities, including the establishment of space data hubs, infrastructure, and the extraction of helium-3—a rare gas that could serve as the foundation for nuclear fusion.

He noted that after building a "lunar base," NASA will consider investment opportunities in nuclear energy and space nuclear engines for further exploration.

Artemis Missions

According to Isaacman, the Artemis II mission—NASA's first crewed test flight aboard the Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft—will take place soon. This expedition will be followed by the Artemis III mission, for which SpaceX will have a contract to develop the lunar landing system.

Additionally, he added that SpaceX and Blue Origin are working on improving heavy launch vehicles with cryogenic propulsion to make them more suitable for reuse.

"This will allow us to have the capability to fly to the Moon and back at affordable prices, with great frequency, and prepare for missions to Mars and beyond," Isaacman said.

It is worth noting that President Trump had previously approved a new space strategy, under which a permanent base with a nuclear reactor is planned to be established on the Moon by 2030.

These plans indicate a serious interest from the United States in space exploration and the opportunities offered by the Moon. The implementation of the Artemis missions could be a significant step toward colonization and the utilization of space resources. Now we just need to wait for the first flight of Artemis II, which will open new horizons for the American space program.