NASA is in crisis as the Soviets land the first man on the moon in 1969, the beginning of an alternate history.

Director von Braun opposes President Nixon's directive, with dire consequences.

Deke must recruit female astronauts after Russia lands a woman on the moon.

A training accident spurs a national debate about women astronauts.

A launchpad accident leads to delayed missions and FBI background checks.

NASA preps a Jamestown relief mission, while Karen waits for news at the hospital.

Ed handles a trespasser. Ellen and Deke chart a new course without Mission Control.

Nearly a decade later, technology and lunar exploration have taken huge strides—but a solar storm threatens the astronauts on Jamestown.