Griffin-1 – Spaceflight Now

October 17, 2026

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Astrobotic showcases Griffin-1 lander ahead of environmental testing in California

June 16, 2026 Will Robinson-Smith

The mission, originally billed as Griffin-1 for NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program was rebranded as Moon Base 2 by the agency. Launch is scheduled for late 2026.

Astrobotic delays Griffin-1 Moon mission to NET July 2026

October 28, 2025 Will Robinson-Smith

The mission will carry a pair of commercial, robotic rovers to the lunar surface. It was most recently scheduled to launch by the end 2025.