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We got an audience with the "Lunar Viceroy" to talk how NASA will build a Moon base

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We got an audience with the "Lunar Viceroy" to talk how NASA will build a Moon base

In a recent interview, we sat down with the aerospace executive commonly referred to as the “Lunar Viceroy” to explore his perspective on lunar development. He outlined NASA’s overarching plan to build a permanent Moon base, describing the key milestones that will guide the agency’s architecture and deployment schedule. The discussion detailed the intended use of modular habitat modules, in‑situ resource utilization technologies, and a phased approach that begins with a small outpost before expanding into a larger settlement. By providing direct insight from the program’s senior leadership, the interview clarifies how NASA intends to coordinate contractors, launch services, and scientific objectives to achieve a sustainable presence on the lunar surface.

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