Insertion velocity is 17000. MPH. Escape velocity is 26000 mph relative to Earth. Once escape is achieved deceleration begins, till the Moon's gravity takes over and acceleration resumes. There will be engine burns to adjust these maneuvers. Then a slingshot and burn to get home. That takes time.
Insertion velocity is 17000. MPH. Escape velocity is 26000 mph relative to Earth. Once escape is achieved deceleration begins, till the Moon's gravity takes over and acceleration resumes. There will be engine burns to adjust these maneuvers. Then a slingshot and burn to get home. That takes time.