With the review announced Thursday, the entire project may be up in the air.

The independent review team, which will be led by Norman Augustine, a former aerospace industry executive and a recipient of the National Medal of Technology, will work with members of NASA.

The space agency also noted that the team will consult with Congress, the White House and the public, along with industry and international partners.

NASA reported that it will continue its work on developing technology for the planned moon mission while the review is being conducted.