"Private US Moon Lander Faces Jeopardy After Critical Failure: What's Next for Space Program?"
The private US Moon lander, Peregrine spacecraft, encountered propellant leakage and control issues shortly after its launch, likely preventing it from achieving its goal of landing on the Moon. The spacecraft, built by Astrobotic as part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services program, was carrying research payloads worth $108 million. Despite this setback, the company aims to learn from the experience and prepare for future missions, while NASA sees it as a teachable moment for advancing lunar exploration and commercial development.