‘My dad gave me his love of space … now I’m overseeing Artemis II’
- Posted on April 5, 2026
- By The Times
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In brief
Nicola Fox, a NASA senior official, carries forward a family legacy that began when she witnessed humanity's historic moon landing as an infant. Now, five decades later, she holds a crucial leadership position overseeing the Artemis II mission, authorized the final countdown sequence for launch. Her journey exemplifies how childhood inspiration transforms into professional achievement, bridging generations through space exploration and scientific innovation.
‘My dad gave me his love of space … now I’m overseeing Artemis II’
Nicola Fox watched the moon landing as a baby and 57 years later was one of the Nasa chiefs who gave the ‘go’ command for the countdown to launch day
