# The 40 minutes when the Artemis crew loses contact with the Earth

- Published: 2026-04-05T23:02:53Z
- Updated: 2026-06-21T12:54:36Z
- Section: Science & Environment
- Language: English (en)
- Source: BBC News — https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj0vyzmmy50o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
- Tags: BBC News · Science
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As the astronauts pass behind the Moon they will experience a moment of silence and solitude as communication with the Earth is blocked.

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