Odysseus Lunar Lander to Attempt Historic Moon Landing Thursday at 5:49pm ET

A private U.S. lunar lander, named Odysseus, successfully entered lunar orbit and is set to attempt a historic landing on the moon's surface at 5:49pm ET on Thursday. This endeavor, led by Houston's Intuitive Machines, marks the first American spacecraft to aim for the lunar surface in more than 50 years. If successful, Odysseus will not only be the first private spacecraft to achieve a soft landing on the moon but also signify the first U.S. moon landing since 1972. The landing attempt is scheduled for Thursday at 4:49 p.m. CST, with live coverage available, highlighting a significant milestone in space exploration and potentially ushering in a new era of lunar economy.