NASA says the estimated maximum distance from Earth during today's flyby by the Orion spacecraft will exceed 406,000 kilometres, beating the 400,171 kilometres set by Apollo 13.

Jeremy Hansen, along with two U.S. astronauts, took part in a live question-and-answer session from aboard NASA's Orion spacecraft to answer questions submitted by Canadian kids.

If all goes to plan, Calgary-born Jenni Gibbons won't be on the rocket — but she will still perform a critical role in its launch and voyage through space.

It's Natalie Wilkie's fourth career Paralympic gold medal for the Canadian flag-bearer and her ninth Paralympic medal overall. She also won a silver on Saturday.