Payloadspace
Jun 4, 12:34
The Exploration Company Completes Nyx Drop Test
The test, which was completed on May 19, used a dedicated drop-test vehicle to help engineers evaluate how well parachutes and vehicle dynamics brought the capsule to a controlled stop on Earth. The post The Exploration Company Completes Nyx Drop Test appeared first on Payload .
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The Exploration Company Completes Nyx Drop Test. The test, which was completed on May 19, used a dedicated drop-test vehicle to help engineers evaluate how well parachutes and vehicle dynamics brought the capsule to a controlled stop on Earth. The post The Exploration Company Completes Nyx Drop Test appeared first on Payload .
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Payloadspace
Jun 4, 12:29
Austria’s First Commercial Sat is Ready for Launch
Vienna-based startup Tumbleweed announced this week that it shipped its first satellite—called Oasis Alpha—to launch integrator Exolaunch ahead of a scheduled flight in July. The post Austria’s First Commercial Sat is Ready for Launch appeared first on Payload .
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Austria’s First Commercial Sat is Ready for Launch. Vienna-based startup Tumbleweed announced this week that it shipped its first satellite—called Oasis Alpha—to launch integrator Exolaunch ahead of a scheduled flight in July. The post Austria’s First Commercial Sat is Ready for Launch appeared first on Payload .
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Nasaspaceflight
Jun 4, 11:09
The Exploration Company advances Nyx parachute recovery
The Exploration Company (TEC), developing the reusable Nyx spacecraft, has taken a significant step forward… The post The Exploration Company advances Nyx parachute recovery appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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This test marks another milestone in TEC’s push to create an affordable, reusable cargo vehicle capable of servicing low Earth orbit (LEO) space stations and, eventually, supporting more ambitious lunar operations.
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The Exploration Company (TEC), developing the reusable Nyx spacecraft, has taken a significant step forward… The post The Exploration Company advances Nyx parachute recovery appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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Jun 4, 10:55
NASA working to streamline development of nuclear electric propulsion demo mission
NASA is working on a streamlined management approach for a nuclear electric propulsion demonstration mission the agency wants to launch in two and a half years. The post NASA working to streamline development of nuclear electric propulsion demo mission appeared first on SpaceNews .
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NASA working to streamline development of nuclear electric propulsion demo mission. NASA is working on a streamlined management approach for a nuclear electric propulsion demonstration mission the agency wants to launch in two and a half years. The post NASA working to streamline development of nuclear electric propulsion demo mission appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Jun 4, 09:51
China builds institutional framework for space computing push
China is establishing an industrial policy framework to support a push to build space-based computing infrastructure, with the emergence of influential coordinating bodies. The post China builds institutional framework for space computing push appeared first on SpaceNews .
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China builds institutional framework for space computing push. China is establishing an industrial policy framework to support a push to build space-based computing infrastructure, with the emergence of influential coordinating bodies. The post China builds institutional framework for space computing push appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Jun 4, 02:54
SpaceX to raise at least $75 billion in IPO
SpaceX plans to raise at least $75 billion in its initial public offering, valuing the company at more than $1.75 trillion. The post SpaceX to raise at least $75 billion in IPO appeared first on SpaceNews .
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SpaceX to raise at least $75 billion in IPO. SpaceX plans to raise at least $75 billion in its initial public offering, valuing the company at more than $1.75 trillion. The post SpaceX to raise at least $75 billion in IPO appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Jun 4, 00:20
NASA declares end to MAVEN Mars mission
NASA has formally ended a Mars mission that has been out of contact for six months while the investigation into the spacecraft’s demise continues. The post NASA declares end to MAVEN Mars mission appeared first on SpaceNews .
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NASA declares end to MAVEN Mars mission. NASA has formally ended a Mars mission that has been out of contact for six months while the investigation into the spacecraft’s demise continues. The post NASA declares end to MAVEN Mars mission appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Nasaspaceflight
Jun 3, 23:04
Space Force evaluating anomaly-related damage, future danger areas
Space Launch Delta 45 (SLD 45), which operates the Eastern Range, have cleared a major… The post Space Force evaluating anomaly-related damage, future danger areas appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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Space Launch Delta 45 (SLD 45), which operates the Eastern Range, have cleared a major safety milestone following the anomaly involving a Blue Origin New Glenn rocket on May 28. The BDA had remained in place since Blue Origin began preparing for the static fire attempt at Launch Complex 36 (LC-36) at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) in Florida early on the 28th.
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Space Launch Delta 45 (SLD 45), which operates the Eastern Range, have cleared a major… The post Space Force evaluating anomaly-related damage, future danger areas appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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Jun 3, 21:12
AST SpaceMobile sees New Glenn setback delaying initial commercial service into 2027
AST SpaceMobile expects Blue Origin’s recent launchpad explosion will delay its direct-to-smartphone constellation by three to six months, investment bank William Blair said in an equity research note, pushing initial commercial services into the first half of 2027. The post AST SpaceMobile sees New Glenn setback delaying initial commercial service into 2027 appeared first on SpaceNews .
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AST SpaceMobile sees New Glenn setback delaying initial commercial service into 2027. AST SpaceMobile expects Blue Origin’s recent launchpad explosion will delay its direct-to-smartphone constellation by three to six months, investment bank William Blair said in an equity research note, pushing initial commercial services into the first half of 2027.
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Nasaspaceflight
Jun 3, 20:37
Artemis III’s remaining solid rocket booster segments shipped from Utah to Florida
While there is some uncertainty regarding timelines and landers, the Artemis III mission — currently… The post Artemis III’s remaining solid rocket booster segments shipped from Utah to Florida appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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While there is some uncertainty regarding timelines and landers, the Artemis III mission — currently scheduled for the summer of 2027 — is being prepared for launch at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Northrop Grumman began shipping all eight remaining solid rocket booster segments for the mission’s Space Launch System (SLS) rocket from Utah on Tuesday, June 2.
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While there is some uncertainty regarding timelines and landers, the Artemis III mission — currently… The post Artemis III’s remaining solid rocket booster segments shipped from Utah to Florida appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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Jun 3, 18:20
After cooperation on SMILE mission, ESA and China chart parallel but separate paths
ESA and China recently launched the joint SMILE magnetosphere mission after a decade of cooperation, but despite similar goals, another collaboration appears distant. The post After cooperation on SMILE mission, ESA and China chart parallel but separate paths appeared first on SpaceNews .
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ESA and China recently launched the joint SMILE magnetosphere mission after a decade of cooperation, but despite similar goals, another collaboration appears distant.
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Jun 3, 15:19
Electronics manufacturer Murata to explore Xona satellite timing service for telecom, data centers
Xona is developing a low Earth orbit network to provide backup to GPS-dependent systems The post Electronics manufacturer Murata to explore Xona satellite timing service for telecom, data centers appeared first on SpaceNews .
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WASHINGTON — Murata Manufacturing, a Japanese supplier of electronic components, has signed an agreement with Xona Space Systems to explore the use of the startup’s satellite-based positioning and timing service in telecommunications, data centers, financial networks and other industries that depend on precise timing signals.
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Xona is developing a low Earth orbit network to provide backup to GPS-dependent systems The post Electronics manufacturer Murata to explore Xona satellite timing service for telecom, data centers appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Jun 3, 13:00
Europe is rearming together — except in space
Europe is rapidly rewriting its security architecture. Faced with Russian aggression, mounting doubts about long-term American commitment and growing pressure to shoulder more of its own defense burden, European states […] The post Europe is rearming together — except in space appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Europe has made progress in developing shared space infrastructure and services, but its approach to operational space power remains fragmented, nationally driven and heavily dependent on U.S.
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Faced with Russian aggression, mounting doubts about long-term American commitment and growing pressure to shoulder more of its own defense burden, European states […] The post Europe is rearming together — except in space appeared first on SpaceNews .
Payloadspace
Jun 3, 12:20
Muon Space Unveils New, Larger Satellite Bus
Condor-Ultra is three times larger than its Condor-XL satellite bus, and geared toward the nascent orbital-data-center market. The post Muon Space Unveils New, Larger Satellite Bus appeared first on Payload .
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Muon Space Unveils New, Larger Satellite Bus. Condor-Ultra is three times larger than its Condor-XL satellite bus, and geared toward the nascent orbital-data-center market. The post Muon Space Unveils New, Larger Satellite Bus appeared first on Payload .
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Payloadspace
Jun 3, 12:17
NASA Reverts to Original CLD Procurement Plan
“The industry position will now shape the path forward as NASA proceeds with the original commercial strategy.” The post NASA Reverts to Original CLD Procurement Plan appeared first on Payload .
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NASA will support free-flying commercial successors to the ISS, abandoning agency proposed changes to the acquisition plan, a spokesperson announced on Monday. As a result, the agency said it was considering scrapping its Commercial LEO Destination (CLD) plan to support at least one commercial station, pivoting to instead procure a “core module” to be joined to the ISS, where…
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“The industry position will now shape the path forward as NASA proceeds with the original commercial strategy.” The post NASA Reverts to Original CLD Procurement Plan appeared first on Payload .
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Jun 3, 11:39
Muon Space unveils Starship-class satellite platform for orbital data centers
Muon Space announced a Starship-class satellite platform June 3 designed from the ground up to meet the demands of the emerging orbital data center market, with an initial launch slated for 2028 after securing customers. The post Muon Space unveils Starship-class satellite platform for orbital data centers appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Muon Space unveils Starship-class satellite platform for orbital data centers. Muon Space announced a Starship-class satellite platform June 3 designed from the ground up to meet the demands of the emerging orbital data center market, with an initial launch slated for 2028 after securing customers.
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Jun 3, 10:39
Blue Origin seeks to resume New Glenn launches by year’s end
Blue Origin’s CEO says damage to its New Glenn launch pad is not as bad as feared and the rocket could return to flight by the end of the year. The post Blue Origin seeks to resume New Glenn launches by year’s end appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Blue Origin seeks to resume New Glenn launches by year’s end. Blue Origin’s CEO says damage to its New Glenn launch pad is not as bad as feared and the rocket could return to flight by the end of the year. The post Blue Origin seeks to resume New Glenn launches by year’s end appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Spaceflightnow
Jun 3, 01:39
Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg
The Starlink 17-47 mission will see SpaceX attempt its 200th landing on the drone ship called ‘Of Course I Still Love You.’ Liftoff from pad 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base is scheduled for 7:36 a.m. PDT (10:36 a.m. EDT / 1436 UTC).
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg. PDT (10:36 a.m. EDT / 1436 UTC).
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The Starlink 17-47 mission will see SpaceX attempt its 200th landing on the drone ship called ‘Of Course I Still Love You.’ Liftoff from pad 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base is scheduled for 7:36 a.m.
Spaceflightnow
Jun 3, 01:23
Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn flights by year’s end
Blue Origin CEO Dave Limp, in an overnight post on the social media platform X, said propellant tanks at launch pad 36 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station made it through the blast in good shape, as did a nearby processing hangar. The main support gantry, while damaged, can be repaired in place.
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The main support gantry, while damaged, can be repaired in place.
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Blue Origin CEO Dave Limp, in an overnight post on the social media platform X, said propellant tanks at launch pad 36 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station made it through the blast in good shape, as did a nearby processing hangar.
Nasaspaceflight
Jun 3, 01:16
Blue Origin initiates LC-36 recovery, targets RTF by end of 2026
Blue Origin has wasted no time launching inspection, repair, and reconstruction activities at Launch Complex-36… The post Blue Origin initiates LC-36 recovery, targets RTF by end of 2026 appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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According to company CEO Dave Limp, the company intends to return the pad to flight operations with New Glenn before the end of this year. While the feasibility of that timeline remains to be seen, initial assessments and aerial imagery captured the morning after the event provide a clearer picture of the damage sustained at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station facility.
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Blue Origin has wasted no time launching inspection, repair, and reconstruction activities at Launch Complex-36… The post Blue Origin initiates LC-36 recovery, targets RTF by end of 2026 appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
Spaceflightnow
Jun 3, 01:09
Poor weather forces launch scrub of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral
The Starlink 10-43 mission will fly on a Falcon 9 rocket heading on a north-easterly trajectory. Liftoff from pad 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is scheduled for Thursday, June 4, during a window that opens at 4 a.m. EDT (0800 UTC).
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Poor weather forces launch scrub of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral. Liftoff from pad 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is scheduled for Thursday, June 4, during a window that opens at 4 a.m. EDT (0800 UTC).
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The Starlink 10-43 mission will fly on a Falcon 9 rocket heading on a north-easterly trajectory.
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Jun 2, 22:22
NRO nominee says commercial space, AI are reshaping spy satellite agency
In a confirmation hearing, Roger Mason said clear government demand signals are needed as private investment transforms the space intelligence market The post NRO nominee says commercial space, AI are reshaping spy satellite agency appeared first on SpaceNews .
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WASHINGTON — Roger Mason, President Trump’s nominee to lead the National Reconnaissance Office , told senators that the nation’s spy satellite agency is navigating a period of rapid innovation in commercial space and artificial intelligence that is transforming space-based intelligence.
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In a confirmation hearing, Roger Mason said clear government demand signals are needed as private investment transforms the space intelligence market The post NRO nominee says commercial space, AI are reshaping spy satellite agency appeared first on SpaceNews .
Payloadspace
Jun 2, 20:39
Blue Origin Commits to Return to Flight This Year
After assessing the damage to the launch pad and the surrounding infrastructure, Blue Origin CEO Dave Limp posted on X that Blue Origin “will fly again before the end of this year.” The post Blue Origin Commits to Return to Flight This Year appeared first on Payload .
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The explosion of Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket last week produced shockwaves similar to a small earthquake, sending seismic waves up to about 220 km away. The booster ‘Never Tell Me The Odds’ and the three GS-2s [second stages] that were on site, in the integration facility, also look good.
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After assessing the damage to the launch pad and the surrounding infrastructure, Blue Origin CEO Dave Limp posted on X that Blue Origin “will fly again before the end of this year.” The post Blue Origin Commits to Return to Flight This Year appeared first on Payload .
Payloadspace
Jun 2, 17:45
NDAA Would Cut SDA, RCO Offices
The House’s annual defense authorization bill would eliminate the two offices within the Pentagon designed to speed up space acquisition. The post NDAA Would Cut SDA, RCO Offices appeared first on Payload .
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NDAA Would Cut SDA, RCO Offices. The House’s annual defense authorization bill would eliminate the two offices within the Pentagon designed to speed up space acquisition. The post NDAA Would Cut SDA, RCO Offices appeared first on Payload .
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Jun 2, 15:11
Global SSA Market to Reach $61B as Governments Prioritize Space Security, Resilience, and Orbital Safety
Paris, France – May 2026 – The 2nd edition of Novaspace’s Space Situational Awareness (SSA) report points to a pivotal decade ahead, with cumulative global spending projected to reach $61 […] The post Global SSA Market to Reach $61B as Governments Prioritize Space Security, Resilience, and Orbital Safety appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Paris, France – May 2026 – The 2nd edition of Novaspace’s Space Situational Awareness (SSA) report points to a pivotal decade ahead, with cumulative global spending projected to reach $61 […] The post Global SSA Market to Reach $61B as Governments Prioritize Space Security, Resilience, and Orbital Safety appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Jun 2, 13:00
The importance of determining an equilibrium state for space traffic management
The rapid expansion of human and robotic activity in low Earth orbit makes critically important the need to implement effective space traffic management (STM). This will be one of the […] The post The importance of determining an equilibrium state for space traffic management appeared first on SpaceNews .
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The importance of determining an equilibrium state for space traffic management. The rapid expansion of human and robotic activity in low Earth orbit makes critically important the need to implement effective space traffic management (STM).
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This will be one of the […] The post The importance of determining an equilibrium state for space traffic management appeared first on SpaceNews .
Payloadspace
Jun 2, 12:33
Northrop Grumman Taps Apex for Golden Dome SBI Collab
Northrop Grumman ($NOC) announced a partnership with Apex yesterday to collaborate on the development of space-based interceptor (SBI) satellites as part of the US Golden Dome missile-defense shield. Having demonstrated key capabilities through ground tests this year, Northrop Grumman is on track to deliver on-orbit missile defense capabilities with Apex in 2027, according to the… The post Northrop Grumman Taps Apex for Golden Dome SBI Collab appeared first on Payload .
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Northrop Grumman ($NOC) announced a partnership with Apex yesterday to collaborate on the development of space-based interceptor (SBI) satellites as part of the US Golden Dome missile-defense shield.
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Northrop Grumman ($NOC) announced a partnership with Apex yesterday to collaborate on the development of space-based interceptor (SBI) satellites as part of the US Golden Dome missile-defense shield.
Payloadspace
Jun 2, 12:32
Voyager Will Acquire Astrobotic
“With Astrobotic, Voyager is now a lunar platform that will have capability at every infrastructure layer needed to put Americans on the lunar surface and keep them there.” The post Voyager Will Acquire Astrobotic appeared first on Payload .
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“With Astrobotic, Voyager is now a lunar platform that will have capability at every infrastructure layer needed to put Americans on the lunar surface and keep them there.” The post Voyager Will Acquire Astrobotic appeared first on Payload .
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Jun 2, 12:25
UK explores Vast space station mission for astronaut with physical disability
The U.K. government is exploring sending British astronaut John McFall to Vast’s planned Haven-1 space station in a mission it says could make him the first person with a physical disability to live in orbit. The post UK explores Vast space station mission for astronaut with physical disability appeared first on SpaceNews .
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UK explores Vast space station mission for astronaut with physical disability. government is exploring sending British astronaut John McFall to Vast’s planned Haven-1 space station in a mission it says could make him the first person with a physical disability to live in orbit.
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Payloadspace
Jun 2, 12:15
Impulse Space Closes $500M Series D
“Often in a fundraise like this, there’s some narrative of, ‘Okay, well, now we move into this new line of business, or now we go build the factory in Ohio,’” President and COO Eric Romo told Payload. “There’s none of that here. This is really about, ‘We need more of the same. We need to continue on the same trajectory we’re on.’” The post Impulse Space Closes $500M Series D appeared first on Payload .
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Impulse Space Closes $500M Series D. “Often in a fundraise like this, there’s some narrative of, ‘Okay, well, now we move into this new line of business, or now we go build the factory in Ohio,’” President and COO Eric Romo told Payload. We need to continue on the same trajectory we’re on.’” The post Impulse Space Closes $500M Series D appeared first on Payload .
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We need to continue on the same trajectory we’re on.’” The post Impulse Space Closes $500M Series D appeared first on Payload .
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Jun 2, 12:11
Impulse Space raises $500 million
Impulse Space has raised $500 million to expand production of orbital transfer vehicles and other spacecraft to support growing commercial and government demand. The post Impulse Space raises $500 million appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Impulse Space raises $500 million. Impulse Space has raised $500 million to expand production of orbital transfer vehicles and other spacecraft to support growing commercial and government demand. The post Impulse Space raises $500 million appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Jun 2, 11:54
Voyager to acquire lunar lander developer Astrobotic
Voyager Technologies will acquire Astrobotic, a company developing lunar landers and reusable suborbital vehicles, in a deal worth up to $300 million. The post Voyager to acquire lunar lander developer Astrobotic appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Voyager to acquire lunar lander developer Astrobotic. Voyager Technologies will acquire Astrobotic, a company developing lunar landers and reusable suborbital vehicles, in a deal worth up to $300 million. The post Voyager to acquire lunar lander developer Astrobotic appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Jun 2, 11:00
Researchers call for regulations to protect low Earth orbit environment
BOULDER, Colorado — Researchers are calling for increased attention and better protection against the rising introduction of exotic materials into Earth’s atmosphere from satellite and space hardware re-entry, especially in […] The post Researchers call for regulations to protect low Earth orbit environment appeared first on SpaceNews .
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BOULDER, Colorado — Researchers are calling for increased attention and better protection against the rising introduction of exotic materials into Earth’s atmosphere from satellite and space hardware re-entry, especially in […] The post Researchers call for regulations to protect low Earth orbit environment appeared first on SpaceNews .
AOL.com
Jun 2, 09:04
Jeff Bezos' Rocket Company Faces Setbacks in Its First Commercial Launch. This Partner's Stock Is Slumping - AOL.com
Jeff Bezos' Rocket Company Faces Setbacks in Its First Commercial Launch. This Partner's Stock Is Slumping AOL.com
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Jeff Bezos' Rocket Company Faces Setbacks in Its First Commercial Launch.
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Jun 2, 07:51
NASA abandons ‘core module’ concept for commercial space station development
NASA is withdrawing a proposal to revamp its strategy for transitioning from the International Space Station to commercial stations, one that had been criticized by the companies developing such stations. The post NASA abandons ‘core module’ concept for commercial space station development appeared first on SpaceNews .
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NASA abandons ‘core module’ concept for commercial space station development. NASA is withdrawing a proposal to revamp its strategy for transitioning from the International Space Station to commercial stations, one that had been criticized by the companies developing such stations.
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AOL.com
Jun 2, 05:36
Can’t Buy SpaceX Yet? Wall Street Says This $150 Stock Is the Next Best Thing. But There’s a Catch - AOL.com
Can’t Buy SpaceX Yet? Wall Street Says This $150 Stock Is the Next Best Thing. But There’s a Catch AOL.com
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Can’t Buy SpaceX Yet?
Bitget
Jun 2, 01:19
Deflating the bubble? U.S. stock space sector plunges! The "SpaceX IPO halo" suddenly fades, Blue Origin's "explosive accident" breaks through the market's last defense - Bitget
Deflating the bubble? U.S. stock space sector plunges! The "SpaceX IPO halo" suddenly fades, Blue Origin's "explosive accident" breaks through the market's last defense Bitget
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stock space sector plunges!
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Jun 2, 01:05
France to fly two astronauts on Vast missions
Commercial space station developer Vast has reached an agreement with the French government to fly two French astronauts on its missions, including the first flight to its Haven-1 space station. The post France to fly two astronauts on Vast missions appeared first on SpaceNews .
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France to fly two astronauts on Vast missions. Commercial space station developer Vast has reached an agreement with the French government to fly two French astronauts on its missions, including the first flight to its Haven-1 space station. The post France to fly two astronauts on Vast missions appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Nasaspaceflight
Jun 1, 22:05
Launch Preview: SpaceX and Chinese rockets to launch internet satellites to LEO
SpaceX and Chinese launches dominate this week’s launch manifest, which features six missions from five… The post Launch Preview: SpaceX and Chinese rockets to launch internet satellites to LEO appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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SpaceX and Chinese launches dominate this week’s launch manifest, which features six missions from five… The post Launch Preview: SpaceX and Chinese rockets to launch internet satellites to LEO appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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Jun 1, 14:57
Northrop Grumman partners with Apex on space-based interceptors for Golden Dome
The Los Angeles-based startup manufactures standardized satellite buses designed to be produced more quickly and at lower cost than traditional government spacecraft The post Northrop Grumman partners with Apex on space-based interceptors for Golden Dome appeared first on SpaceNews .
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The Los Angeles-based startup manufactures standardized satellite buses designed to be produced more quickly and at lower cost than traditional government spacecraft The post Northrop Grumman partners with Apex on space-based interceptors for Golden Dome appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Jun 1, 13:00
Spaceport facility bonds are now law – and they fundamentally change space infrastructure finance
After more than three decades in public and project finance, I have learned that real inflection points in infrastructure development rarely announce themselves loudly. They usually arrive embedded in financing […] The post Spaceport facility bonds are now law – and they fundamentally change space infrastructure finance appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Spaceport facility bonds are now law – and they fundamentally change space infrastructure finance. After more than three decades in public and project finance, I have learned that real inflection points in infrastructure development rarely announce themselves loudly.
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They usually arrive embedded in financing […] The post Spaceport facility bonds are now law – and they fundamentally change space infrastructure finance appeared first on SpaceNews .
Payloadspace
Jun 1, 13:00
Bellatrix Aerospace Tapped to Build Korean VLEO Demo Sat
Bellatrix Aerospace is teaming up with Korean optical payload manufacturer TelePIX on a new VLEO demo satellite, launching NET 2028. The post Bellatrix Aerospace Tapped to Build Korean VLEO Demo Sat appeared first on Payload .
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Bellatrix Aerospace is teaming up with Korean optical payload manufacturer TelePIX on a new VLEO demo satellite, launching NET 2028. The post Bellatrix Aerospace Tapped to Build Korean VLEO Demo Sat appeared first on Payload .
Payloadspace
Jun 1, 12:09
Opinion: Commercial Space Is Generating Signals Decision-Makers Cannot Hear
Launch cadences, debris accumulation rates, reusing hardware, conjunction events—the commercial sector is generating more operational signals than any previous era of space activity. However, the mechanism that decides whether a signal reaches a decision-maker or disappears into the background noise is broken. The post Opinion: Commercial Space Is Generating Signals Decision-Makers Cannot Hear appeared first on Payload .
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Opinion: Commercial Space Is Generating Signals Decision-Makers Cannot Hear. Launch cadences, debris accumulation rates, reusing hardware, conjunction events—the commercial sector is generating more operational signals than any previous era of space activity. The post Opinion: Commercial Space Is Generating Signals Decision-Makers Cannot Hear appeared first on Payload .
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The post Opinion: Commercial Space Is Generating Signals Decision-Makers Cannot Hear appeared first on Payload .
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Jun 1, 10:43
China conducts surprise launch of Long March 12B, delivers Qianfan satellites on debut flight
China conducted the maiden launch of its reusable Long March 12B rocket Monday, providing no advance warning and delivering operational payloads to orbit. The post China conducts surprise launch of Long March 12B, delivers Qianfan satellites on debut flight appeared first on SpaceNews .
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China conducted the maiden launch of its reusable Long March 12B rocket Monday, providing no advance warning and delivering operational payloads to orbit. The post China conducts surprise launch of Long March 12B, delivers Qianfan satellites on debut flight appeared first on SpaceNews .
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China conducted the maiden launch of its reusable Long March 12B rocket Monday, providing no advance warning and delivering operational payloads to orbit.
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Jun 1, 09:46
New Glenn failure worsens constrained launch market
The explosion of a New Glenn rocket has generated reverberations across the space industry with the rocket out of service for potentially a year or more. The post New Glenn failure worsens constrained launch market appeared first on SpaceNews .
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New Glenn failure worsens constrained launch market. The explosion of a New Glenn rocket has generated reverberations across the space industry with the rocket out of service for potentially a year or more. The post New Glenn failure worsens constrained launch market appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Jun 1, 09:37
China launches test direct-to-device satellites for multiple projects
China capped a busy month of launches by sending four new satellite internet test satellites into orbit with a workhorse hypergolic rocket. The post China launches test direct-to-device satellites for multiple projects appeared first on SpaceNews .
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China launches test direct-to-device satellites for multiple projects. China capped a busy month of launches by sending four new satellite internet test satellites into orbit with a workhorse hypergolic rocket. The post China launches test direct-to-device satellites for multiple projects appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Nasaspaceflight
May 31, 23:36
Ancient black hole sheds new light on Webb’s Little Red Dots
Using the joint NASA/European Space Agency/Canadian Space Agency James Webb Space Telescope, an international team… The post Ancient black hole sheds new light on Webb’s Little Red Dots appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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Using the joint NASA/European Space Agency/Canadian Space Agency James Webb Space Telescope, an international team… The post Ancient black hole sheds new light on Webb’s Little Red Dots appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
Payloadspace
May 31, 11:08
Nuggets in the SpaceX S-1 and Our Thoughts on the Business
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May 31, 09:26
FAA documents outline SpaceX plans for Starfall reentry vehicles
Federal Aviation Administration documents have provided new details about a SpaceX project to develop and test reentry vehicles that could be used to support in-space manufacturing projects. The post FAA documents outline SpaceX plans for Starfall reentry vehicles appeared first on SpaceNews .
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FAA documents outline SpaceX plans for Starfall reentry vehicles. Federal Aviation Administration documents have provided new details about a SpaceX project to develop and test reentry vehicles that could be used to support in-space manufacturing projects. The post FAA documents outline SpaceX plans for Starfall reentry vehicles appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 30, 21:06
Blue Origin gets national security launch task order hours before New Glenn explosion
U.S. Space Force, National Reconnaissance Office ‘remain committed partners with Blue Origin’ The post Blue Origin gets national security launch task order hours before New Glenn explosion appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Space Force, National Reconnaissance Office ‘remain committed partners with Blue Origin’ The post Blue Origin gets national security launch task order hours before New Glenn explosion appeared first on SpaceNews .
Spaceflightnow
May 30, 13:46
Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 50th Starlink mission of 2026
The Starlink 17-41 mission is SpaceX’s 10th and final launch of May. Liftoff of the Falcon 9 rocket from pad 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base is scheduled for 8:25 a.m. PDT (11:25 a.m. EDT / 1525 UTC).
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 50th Starlink mission of 2026. The Starlink 17-41 mission is SpaceX’s 10th and final launch of May. Liftoff of the Falcon 9 rocket from pad 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base is scheduled for 8:25 a.m.
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The Starlink 17-41 mission is SpaceX’s 10th and final launch of May.
Spaceflightnow
May 29, 21:52
Live coverage: ULA to launch 29 Amazon Leo satellites on Atlas 5 rocket from Cape Canaveral
The Leo Atlas 07 mission is the second to last flight that Amazon booked on a United Launch Alliance Atlas 5 rocket. Liftoff from pad 41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is scheduled during a window that opens at 7:33 p.m. EDT (2333 UTC).
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Live coverage: ULA to launch 29 Amazon Leo satellites on Atlas 5 rocket from Cape Canaveral. The Leo Atlas 07 mission is the second to last flight that Amazon booked on a United Launch Alliance Atlas 5 rocket. Liftoff from pad 41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is scheduled during a window that opens at 7:33 p.m.
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Liftoff from pad 41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is scheduled during a window that opens at 7:33 p.m.
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May 29, 16:52
Space Force awards SpaceX $4.16 billion to build satellite network for airborne target tracking
The low-orbit satellite constellation is intended to track aircraft, cruise missiles and other airborne threats The post Space Force awards SpaceX $4.16 billion to build satellite network for airborne target tracking appeared first on SpaceNews .
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The low-orbit satellite constellation is intended to track aircraft, cruise missiles and other airborne threats The post Space Force awards SpaceX $4.16 billion to build satellite network for airborne target tracking appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 29, 14:53
Space Force’s commercial gatekeeper offers a playbook for startups seeking defense business
COMSO chief Col. Tim Trimailo says transparency, patience and a clear military value proposition matter as much as technical innovation The post Space Force’s commercial gatekeeper offers a playbook for startups seeking defense business appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Tim Trimailo says transparency, patience and a clear military value proposition matter as much as technical innovation The post Space Force’s commercial gatekeeper offers a playbook for startups seeking defense business appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 29, 13:36
Bellatrix and TelePIX plan 2028 air-breathing VLEO imaging demonstration
South Korean optical payload developer TelePIX and Indian propulsion specialist Bellatrix Aerospace have teamed up on a very low Earth orbit geospatial demonstration mission slated for 2028. The post Bellatrix and TelePIX plan 2028 air-breathing VLEO imaging demonstration appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Bellatrix and TelePIX plan 2028 air-breathing VLEO imaging demonstration. South Korean optical payload developer TelePIX and Indian propulsion specialist Bellatrix Aerospace have teamed up on a very low Earth orbit geospatial demonstration mission slated for 2028. The post Bellatrix and TelePIX plan 2028 air-breathing VLEO imaging demonstration appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Payloadspace
May 29, 12:24
Blue Origin’s New Glenn Explodes on the Pad
New Glenn launched all over the place last night. During a static fire test at Blue Origin’s Cape Canaveral launch pad, New Glenn’s first stage exploded into a mushroom cloud that destroyed the rocket, and much of the infrastructure at LC-36A, according to Ars Technica. Debris from the explosion was thrown so far that Space… The post Blue Origin’s New Glenn Explodes on the Pad appeared first on Payload .
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Blue Origin’s New Glenn Explodes on the Pad. New Glenn launched all over the place last night. During a static fire test at Blue Origin’s Cape Canaveral launch pad, New Glenn’s first stage exploded into a mushroom cloud that destroyed the rocket, and much of the infrastructure at LC-36A, according to Ars Technica.
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Debris from the explosion was thrown so far that Space… The post Blue Origin’s New Glenn Explodes on the Pad appeared first on Payload .
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May 29, 12:00
Spatial data has become a weapon of war in the US-Iran war
We are in the geospatial era of warfare in which information derived from satellites is as strategically critical as territorial control. The progressive dissolution of the distinction between the civil […] The post Spatial data has become a weapon of war in the US-Iran war appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Spatial data has become a weapon of war in the US-Iran war. We are in the geospatial era of warfare in which information derived from satellites is as strategically critical as territorial control. The progressive dissolution of the distinction between the civil […] The post Spatial data has become a weapon of war in the US-Iran war appeared first on SpaceNews .
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The progressive dissolution of the distinction between the civil […] The post Spatial data has become a weapon of war in the US-Iran war appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 29, 09:38
China’s latest batch of new and reusable rockets are close to launch
A number of new Chinese state-led and commercial rockets are set for debuts and fresh first stage recovery attempts in the coming weeks and months. The post China’s latest batch of new and reusable rockets are close to launch appeared first on SpaceNews .
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China’s latest batch of new and reusable rockets are close to launch. A number of new Chinese state-led and commercial rockets are set for debuts and fresh first stage recovery attempts in the coming weeks and months. The post China’s latest batch of new and reusable rockets are close to launch appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Payloadspace
May 29, 06:15
Europe Celebrates its Sovereignty Progress at SmallSat
Europe made its most concrete claim yet for sovereignty in orbit this week. The post Europe Celebrates its Sovereignty Progress at SmallSat appeared first on Payload .
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Europe Celebrates its Sovereignty Progress at SmallSat. Europe made its most concrete claim yet for sovereignty in orbit this week. The post Europe Celebrates its Sovereignty Progress at SmallSat appeared first on Payload .
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May 29, 06:00
New Glenn rocket explodes on Cape Canaveral pad
A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on its launch pad at Cape Canaveral, Florida, during a May 28 hotfire test, destroying the rocket and causing extensive pad damage. The post New Glenn rocket explodes on Cape Canaveral pad appeared first on SpaceNews .
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New Glenn rocket explodes on Cape Canaveral pad. A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on its launch pad at Cape Canaveral, Florida, during a May 28 hotfire test, destroying the rocket and causing extensive pad damage. The post New Glenn rocket explodes on Cape Canaveral pad appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Spaceflightnow
May 29, 05:03
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket explodes during prelaunch testing at Cape Canaveral
The explosion happened at 9 p.m. EDT (0100 UTC) during a static fire test of the rocket at Launch Complex 36 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Blue Origin was slated to launch a mission for Amazon Leo as soon as June 4.
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Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket explodes during prelaunch testing at Cape Canaveral. EDT (0100 UTC) during a static fire test of the rocket at Launch Complex 36 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Blue Origin was slated to launch a mission for Amazon Leo as soon as June 4.
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EDT (0100 UTC) during a static fire test of the rocket at Launch Complex 36 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
Nasaspaceflight
May 29, 03:59
Blue Origin’s New Glenn explodes during Static Fire test at LC-36
Blue Origin experienced a major anomaly during a planned hot-fire test of its New Glenn… The post Blue Origin’s New Glenn explodes during Static Fire test at LC-36 appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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Blue Origin experienced a major anomaly during a planned hot-fire test of its New Glenn… The post Blue Origin’s New Glenn explodes during Static Fire test at LC-36 appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
Spaceflightnow
May 29, 00:33
Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 29 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral
The Starlink 10-53 mission will be the 49th mission dedicated to flying SpaceX’s broadband internet satellites to low Earth orbit in 2026. Liftoff from pad 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is scheduled for 8:03 a.m. EDT (1203 UTC).
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 29 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral. The Starlink 10-53 mission will be the 49th mission dedicated to flying SpaceX’s broadband internet satellites to low Earth orbit in 2026. Liftoff from pad 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is scheduled for 8:03 a.m.
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The Starlink 10-53 mission will be the 49th mission dedicated to flying SpaceX’s broadband internet satellites to low Earth orbit in 2026.
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May 28, 22:55
Space Force plans nationwide network of ‘resilient operations centers’
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Space Force’s proposed $71 billion budget for fiscal 2027 is drawing attention for its investments in missile-warning satellites, proliferated low Earth orbit constellations and other big-ticket systems.
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These facilities are intended to ensure military space missions can continue during wartime when installations could come under attack The post Space Force plans nationwide network of ‘resilient operations centers’ appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 28, 22:12
Observable Space raises $90 million and wins Space Force contract for optical systems
Observable Space, a company that develops optical systems for laser communications and space domain awareness, has raised $90 million and secured a U.S. Space Force contract. The post Observable Space raises $90 million and wins Space Force contract for optical systems appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Observable Space raises $90 million and wins Space Force contract for optical systems. Observable Space, a company that develops optical systems for laser communications and space domain awareness, has raised $90 million and secured a U.S. The post Observable Space raises $90 million and wins Space Force contract for optical systems appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 28, 17:12
Setting up a permanent lunar presence needs investment in biology
In December 1972, Gene Cernan and Harrison Schmitt spent 75 hours on the lunar surface during Apollo 17. They drove a rover, conducted three spacewalks and collected samples across the […] The post Setting up a permanent lunar presence needs investment in biology appeared first on SpaceNews .
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In December 1972, Gene Cernan and Harrison Schmitt spent 75 hours on the lunar surface during Apollo 17. They drove a rover, conducted three spacewalks and collected samples across the […] The post Setting up a permanent lunar presence needs investment in biology appeared first on SpaceNews .
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They drove a rover, conducted three spacewalks and collected samples across the […] The post Setting up a permanent lunar presence needs investment in biology appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 28, 16:06
Revolv Space enters in-orbit servicing market with Infinite Orbits deal
WARSAW, Poland — The Italian-Dutch company Revolv Space has announced that French in-orbit services provider Infinite Orbits has selected its Solar Array Drive Assemblies (SADAs), the devices used to manage […] The post Revolv Space enters in-orbit servicing market with Infinite Orbits deal appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Under the deal, Revolv Space will supply SADAs to the Toulouse-based business in what marks Revolv’s entry into the in-orbit servicing market, Filippo Oggionni, the chief operational officer and co-founder of Revolv Space, told SpaceNews .
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WARSAW, Poland — The Italian-Dutch company Revolv Space has announced that French in-orbit services provider Infinite Orbits has selected its Solar Array Drive Assemblies (SADAs), the devices used to manage […] The post Revolv Space enters in-orbit servicing market with Infinite Orbits deal appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 28, 15:02
Germany pushes European military space command initiative
AMSTERDAM — A senior German military official said Europe needs a coordinated approach to military space operations and proposed the creation of a European Space Component Command hosted by Germany […] The post Germany pushes European military space command initiative appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Wolfgang Ohl, speaking Tuesday at the SmallSat Europe conference in Amsterdam, said Germany has proposed the idea of a European Space Component Command. Ohl said the idea remains in a preliminary phase and consists of open discussions among Germany and neighboring countries on how such an alliance could be structured, coordinated and what capabilities it should include.
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AMSTERDAM — A senior German military official said Europe needs a coordinated approach to military space operations and proposed the creation of a European Space Component Command hosted by Germany […] The post Germany pushes European military space command initiative appeared first on SpaceNews .
Payloadspace
May 28, 14:54
Observable Space Raises $90M Series A
Space-tech startup Observable Space has closed a $90M Series A to boost its production of laser and optical hardware—in addition to expanding internationally beyond the US. The post Observable Space Raises $90M Series A appeared first on Payload .
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Observable Space Raises $90M Series A. Space-tech startup Observable Space has closed a $90M Series A to boost its production of laser and optical hardware—in addition to expanding internationally beyond the US. The post Observable Space Raises $90M Series A appeared first on Payload .
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May 28, 14:41
CEO Series: Lux Aeterna’s Brian Taylor on what’s next for on-orbit servicing
In this episode of Space Minds, David Ariosto talks with Lux Aeterna CEO Brian Taylor about the problems with disposable satellites and the use for on-orbit servicing. Sponsored by Arcfield […] The post CEO Series: Lux Aeterna’s Brian Taylor on what’s next for on-orbit servicing appeared first on SpaceNews .
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CEO Series: Lux Aeterna’s Brian Taylor on what’s next for on-orbit servicing. In this episode of Space Minds, David Ariosto talks with Lux Aeterna CEO Brian Taylor about the problems with disposable satellites and the use for on-orbit servicing.
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Sponsored by Arcfield […] The post CEO Series: Lux Aeterna’s Brian Taylor on what’s next for on-orbit servicing appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 28, 13:26
The Propulsion Imperative Behind Golden Dome
Missile defense has traditionally been framed around detection, tracking and interception. Golden Dome changes that calculus, broadening the focus to the entire distributed infrastructure enabling the architecture, placing propulsion front […] The post The Propulsion Imperative Behind Golden Dome appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Missile defense has traditionally been framed around detection, tracking and interception. Golden Dome changes that calculus, broadening the focus to the entire distributed infrastructure enabling the architecture, placing propulsion front […] The post The Propulsion Imperative Behind Golden Dome appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Golden Dome changes that calculus, broadening the focus to the entire distributed infrastructure enabling the architecture, placing propulsion front […] The post The Propulsion Imperative Behind Golden Dome appeared first on SpaceNews .
Payloadspace
May 28, 12:30
Space Markets Emerges From Stealth With Coinbase Ventures Investment
People already trade on future markets for everything from oil, to corn, to gold. Space Markets is asking: Why not space? The post Space Markets Emerges From Stealth With Coinbase Ventures Investment appeared first on Payload .
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Space Markets Emerges From Stealth With Coinbase Ventures Investment. Space Markets is asking: Why not space? The post Space Markets Emerges From Stealth With Coinbase Ventures Investment appeared first on Payload .
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Space Markets is asking: Why not space?
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May 28, 10:00
Europe’s biggest space opportunity comes after launch
At most major European space summits, the sovereignty debate has long been overshadowed by talk of launchers, constellations and the symbolism of a national presence. On the sidelines, however, the […] The post Europe’s biggest space opportunity comes after launch appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Europe’s biggest space opportunity comes after launch. At most major European space summits, the sovereignty debate has long been overshadowed by talk of launchers, constellations and the symbolism of a national presence. On the sidelines, however, the […] The post Europe’s biggest space opportunity comes after launch appeared first on SpaceNews .
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On the sidelines, however, the […] The post Europe’s biggest space opportunity comes after launch appeared first on SpaceNews .
Payloadspace
May 28, 07:30
Exclusive: Stellar Alpina Raises $4.5M to Build Rotating Detonation Engines
A European propulsion startup is trying to bring a new kind of thrust to the market. The post Exclusive: Stellar Alpina Raises $4.5M to Build Rotating Detonation Engines appeared first on Payload .
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Exclusive: Stellar Alpina Raises $4.5M to Build Rotating Detonation Engines. A European propulsion startup is trying to bring a new kind of thrust to the market. The post Exclusive: Stellar Alpina Raises $4.5M to Build Rotating Detonation Engines appeared first on Payload .
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The post Exclusive: Stellar Alpina Raises $4.5M to Build Rotating Detonation Engines appeared first on Payload .
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May 28, 06:22
Virgin Galactic returns Unity to flight to prepare for next-generation spaceplane
The Virgin Galactic spaceplane used for the company’s first commercial flights has returned to service to train its pilots for its next-generation spacecraft. The post Virgin Galactic returns Unity to flight to prepare for next-generation spaceplane appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Virgin Galactic returns Unity to flight to prepare for next-generation spaceplane. The Virgin Galactic spaceplane used for the company’s first commercial flights has returned to service to train its pilots for its next-generation spacecraft. The post Virgin Galactic returns Unity to flight to prepare for next-generation spaceplane appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 28, 04:06
FAA requires mishap investigation into latest Starship launch
The Federal Aviation Administration will require SpaceX to complete an investigation into its latest Starship test flight before allowing the vehicle to fly again. The post FAA requires mishap investigation into latest Starship launch appeared first on SpaceNews .
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FAA requires mishap investigation into latest Starship launch. The Federal Aviation Administration will require SpaceX to complete an investigation into its latest Starship test flight before allowing the vehicle to fly again. The post FAA requires mishap investigation into latest Starship launch appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 27, 22:30
House Armed Services draft bill eliminates SDA, Space RCO as separate entities
HASC 2027 NDAA supports realignment of the Space Development Agency and the Space Rapid Capabilities Office under a portfolio-based acquisition structure The post House Armed Services draft bill eliminates SDA, Space RCO as separate entities appeared first on SpaceNews .
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WASHINGTON — The House Armed Services Committee’s draft fiscal 2027 defense policy bill would eliminate the Space Development Agency and the Space Rapid Capabilities Office as standalone organizations, aligning with the Pentagon’s plan to reorganize Space Force acquisition programs under Portfolio Acquisition Executives.
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HASC 2027 NDAA supports realignment of the Space Development Agency and the Space Rapid Capabilities Office under a portfolio-based acquisition structure The post House Armed Services draft bill eliminates SDA, Space RCO as separate entities appeared first on SpaceNews .
Nasaspaceflight
May 27, 20:02
Rovers and Drones laying the foundations for NASA Moon Base
NASA has outlined the initial missions under its Moon Base initiative, rebranding existing Commercial Lunar… The post Rovers and Drones laying the foundations for NASA Moon Base appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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Moon Base I will be the maiden flight of Blue Origin’s Blue Moon MK1 lander, named Endurance. This uncrewed mission serves as the first of two test flights to validate technologies for the larger crewed Blue Moon MK2 lander.
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NASA has outlined the initial missions under its Moon Base initiative, rebranding existing Commercial Lunar… The post Rovers and Drones laying the foundations for NASA Moon Base appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
Spaceflightnow
May 27, 19:13
FAA requires SpaceX-led mishap investigation before resumption of Starship launches
The Federal Aviation Administration made the determination after analyzing the results of Starship Flight 12, which took place on Friday, May 22.
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The Federal Aviation Administration said that SpaceX needs to complete a mishap investigation into the 12th flight of its Starship-Super Heavy rocket before it can launch Flight 13. It determined that the off-nominal performance of the Super Heavy booster, tail number Booster 19 “resulted in a mishap.
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The Federal Aviation Administration made the determination after analyzing the results of Starship Flight 12, which took place on Friday, May 22.
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May 27, 17:11
Mars to Titan: the next rallying call?
Where will humans go after Mars? Is Mars the end of the line or is it a steppingstone to somewhere else? If we “moon-to-Mars,” do we then “Mars-to-somewhere else?” These […] The post Mars to Titan: the next rallying call? appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Mars to Titan: the next rallying call?. If we “moon-to-Mars,” do we then “Mars-to-somewhere else?” These […] The post Mars to Titan: the next rallying call? appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Where will humans go after Mars?
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May 27, 16:34
European space industry warns EU Space Act could slow competitiveness
AMSTERDAM – European industry representatives and legal experts are worried that the EU Space Act is too slow, too rigid and too bureaucratic. Speaking at SmallSat Europe, panelists said they […] The post European space industry warns EU Space Act could slow competitiveness appeared first on SpaceNews .
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European space industry warns EU Space Act could slow competitiveness. AMSTERDAM – European industry representatives and legal experts are worried that the EU Space Act is too slow, too rigid and too bureaucratic. Speaking at SmallSat Europe, panelists said they […] The post European space industry warns EU Space Act could slow competitiveness appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Speaking at SmallSat Europe, panelists said they […] The post European space industry warns EU Space Act could slow competitiveness appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 27, 16:00
As geopolitics reshape space, SpinLaunch sees an opening
SpinLaunch CEO Massimiliano “Massi” Ladovaz paints an ambitious picture of a rapidly shifting space industry driven as much by geopolitics and sovereignty as by engineering innovation. Ladovaz argued that SpinLaunch’s […] The post As geopolitics reshape space, SpinLaunch sees an opening appeared first on SpaceNews .
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As geopolitics reshape space, SpinLaunch sees an opening. SpinLaunch CEO Massimiliano “Massi” Ladovaz paints an ambitious picture of a rapidly shifting space industry driven as much by geopolitics and sovereignty as by engineering innovation. Ladovaz argued that SpinLaunch’s […] The post As geopolitics reshape space, SpinLaunch sees an opening appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Ladovaz argued that SpinLaunch’s […] The post As geopolitics reshape space, SpinLaunch sees an opening appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 27, 15:47
Kongsberg NanoAvionics sets sights on building and supporting sovereign constellations
NanoAvionics, founded in 2014, was known for producing individual satellites and small constellations until April 2025, when the company won a 122.5-million-euro contract ($142 million) to build the initial 280 […] The post Kongsberg NanoAvionics sets sights on building and supporting sovereign constellations appeared first on SpaceNews .
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A few days before SmallSat Europe, SpaceNews caught up with Atle Wøllo, Kongsberg NanoAvionics CEO and Kongsberg Space senior vice president, to find out. But to win the contract and to be able to execute it is very important to have the Kongsberg owner and have Kongsberg in the background.
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NanoAvionics, founded in 2014, was known for producing individual satellites and small constellations until April 2025, when the company won a 122.5-million-euro contract ($142 million) to build the initial 280 […] The post Kongsberg NanoAvionics sets sights on building and supporting sovereign constellations appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 27, 15:34
Former Ukraine official calls for stricter restrictions on Russian use of Starlink
AMSTERDAM – A former senior Ukrainian defense official called on SpaceX to tighten controls on Starlink terminals that she said are reaching Russian forces through third-party countries or intermediaries. Kateryna […] The post Former Ukraine official calls for stricter restrictions on Russian use of Starlink appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Former Ukraine official calls for stricter restrictions on Russian use of Starlink. AMSTERDAM – A former senior Ukrainian defense official called on SpaceX to tighten controls on Starlink terminals that she said are reaching Russian forces through third-party countries or intermediaries.
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Kateryna […] The post Former Ukraine official calls for stricter restrictions on Russian use of Starlink appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 27, 15:11
Sitael Accelerates Growth in Space: New Missions, Industrial Capacity and a Trajectory Towards 2031
• SITAEL announces a growth plan targeting €200 million in revenues by 2031, currently supported by over €150 million in backlog and nine launches planned by 2030.• The company confirms […] The post Sitael Accelerates Growth in Space: New Missions, Industrial Capacity and a Trajectory Towards 2031 appeared first on SpaceNews .
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SITAEL , the Italian private space company and part of Angel Holding , presented its growth strategy at SmallSat Europe Amsterdam , built on ten years of investment in satellite platforms, electric propulsion and production infrastructure.
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• SITAEL announces a growth plan targeting €200 million in revenues by 2031, currently supported by over €150 million in backlog and nine launches planned by 2030.• The company confirms […] The post Sitael Accelerates Growth in Space: New Missions, Industrial Capacity and a Trajectory Towards 2031 appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 27, 15:02
Schaeffler AG joins forces with Spire to build sovereign European satellites
AMSTERDAM – Spire Global revealed another element of its campaign to rapidly scale satellite production in German: strategic cooperation with Schaeffer AG, a major German manufacturer of automotive systems and […] The post Schaeffler AG joins forces with Spire to build sovereign European satellites appeared first on SpaceNews .
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“Together with Schaeffler, we share a long-term vision for sovereign European space capability – built, deployed, and operated within Europe at industrial scale,” Spire CEO Theresa Condor said in a statement.
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AMSTERDAM – Spire Global revealed another element of its campaign to rapidly scale satellite production in German: strategic cooperation with Schaeffer AG, a major German manufacturer of automotive systems and […] The post Schaeffler AG joins forces with Spire to build sovereign European satellites appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 27, 15:01
Starcloud’s path to 88,000 computing satellites
In November, Starcloud sent a small satellite called Starcloud-1 into orbit via a SpaceX launch. The 60-kilogram spacecraft was the first to carry a compute system with an NVIDIA H100 […] The post Starcloud’s path to 88,000 computing satellites appeared first on SpaceNews .
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In November, Starcloud sent a small satellite called Starcloud-1 into orbit via a SpaceX launch. The 60-kilogram spacecraft was the first to carry a compute system with an NVIDIA H100 […] The post Starcloud’s path to 88,000 computing satellites appeared first on SpaceNews .
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The 60-kilogram spacecraft was the first to carry a compute system with an NVIDIA H100 […] The post Starcloud’s path to 88,000 computing satellites appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 27, 14:23
Spire expands European manufacturing with Munich plant
AMSTERDAM – Spire Global has established a facility in Munich to develop and manufacture as many as 100 small satellites annually. With manufacturing plants in Boulder, Colorado, Glasgow, Scotland, and […] The post Spire expands European manufacturing with Munich plant appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Spire expands European manufacturing with Munich plant. AMSTERDAM – Spire Global has established a facility in Munich to develop and manufacture as many as 100 small satellites annually. With manufacturing plants in Boulder, Colorado, Glasgow, Scotland, and […] The post Spire expands European manufacturing with Munich plant appeared first on SpaceNews .
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With manufacturing plants in Boulder, Colorado, Glasgow, Scotland, and […] The post Spire expands European manufacturing with Munich plant appeared first on SpaceNews .
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May 27, 13:04
Europe’s satellite spectrum proposal clouds SpaceX and Viasat plans
Europe has proposed reserving two-thirds of 2 gigahertz mobile satellite spectrum up for renewal next year for European operators, complicating SpaceX’s direct-to-device ambitions and the outlook for Viasat’s European Aviation Network. The post Europe’s satellite spectrum proposal clouds SpaceX and Viasat plans appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Europe’s satellite spectrum proposal clouds SpaceX and Viasat plans. Europe has proposed reserving two-thirds of 2 gigahertz mobile satellite spectrum up for renewal next year for European operators, complicating SpaceX’s direct-to-device ambitions and the outlook for Viasat’s European Aviation Network.
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May 27, 13:00
Artemis 2 captured the world’s attention. It should change how we think about supply chains.
The Artemis 2 mission has captured global attention for obvious reasons. It signals a return to the moon, reflects geopolitical ambition and showcases the next phase of human spaceflight. But […] The post Artemis 2 captured the world’s attention. It should change how we think about supply chains. appeared first on SpaceNews .
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The Artemis 2 mission has captured global attention for obvious reasons. It signals a return to the moon, reflects geopolitical ambition and showcases the next phase of human spaceflight. But […] The post Artemis 2 captured the world’s attention.
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Payloadspace
May 27, 13:00
Aitech Upgrades its Space Supercomputer
By integrating NVIDIA’s IGX Thor platform into the S-A2300 COTS AI Supercomputer, Aitech officials say the company is drastically expanding customers’ ability to process data in orbit. The post Aitech Upgrades its Space Supercomputer appeared first on Payload .
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Aitech Upgrades its Space Supercomputer. By integrating NVIDIA’s IGX Thor platform into the S-A2300 COTS AI Supercomputer, Aitech officials say the company is drastically expanding customers’ ability to process data in orbit. The post Aitech Upgrades its Space Supercomputer appeared first on Payload .
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May 27, 12:00
World’s smallest deployable operational optical ground station proves capability in successful trials
Archangel Lightworks, the laser communications company, has successfully completed field trials of the TERRA-M, the world’s smallest deployable operational optical ground station, proving its capabil…
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World’s smallest deployable operational optical ground station proves capability in successful trials. The news was warmly welcomed by Liz Lloyd, the UK Space Minister, and the trials were funded by the UK’s Defence Science and Technology Laboratory. Space Development Agency laser communication standard and were repeated across multiple passes to prove reliability.
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Space Development Agency laser communication standard and were repeated across multiple passes to prove reliability.
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May 27, 11:33
European space industry watching SpaceX IPO plans
Space companies and investors in Europe are closely watching SpaceX’s plans to go public, an event that could spur new investment in other companies. The post European space industry watching SpaceX IPO plans appeared first on SpaceNews .
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European space industry watching SpaceX IPO plans. Space companies and investors in Europe are closely watching SpaceX’s plans to go public, an event that could spur new investment in other companies. The post European space industry watching SpaceX IPO plans appeared first on SpaceNews .
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Spaceflightnow
May 27, 01:18
NASA outlines nearly $1 billion investment into initial Moon Base missions
NASA’s vision for a sprawling Moon Base will cover “hundreds of square miles” to cover the multitudes of various sites that the agency wants to explore.
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NASA’s vision for a future, long-term sustained presence on the Moon gained more clarity on Tuesday as the agency announced a series of contract awards for future robotic missions. Connected to that, NASA also awarded the LTV delivery contract to Blue Origin, using it’s Blue Moon Mark 1 lander in a contract that’s worth $234 million for each LTV delivered.
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NASA’s vision for a sprawling Moon Base will cover “hundreds of square miles” to cover the multitudes of various sites that the agency wants to explore.
Nasaspaceflight
May 27, 01:10
Following Starship V3 debut, SpaceX prepares for follow up
Starship Version 3 flew for the first time this week in a mission of several… The post Following Starship V3 debut, SpaceX prepares for follow up appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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Booster 19 and Ship 39 lifted off together on May 22 at 22:30 UTC from Pad 2 at Starbase in South Texas. Booster 19 successfully ignited all 33 of its new Raptor 3 engines at liftoff. This aggressive maneuver was required due to Pad 2’s different orientation compared to Pad 1.
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Starship Version 3 flew for the first time this week in a mission of several… The post Following Starship V3 debut, SpaceX prepares for follow up appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
Payloadspace
May 26, 20:50
NASA Awards LTV, Lunar Transport Contracts
“For those waiting patiently, the grand return is close at hand,” NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said during a press conference at NASA HQ. The post NASA Awards LTV, Lunar Transport Contracts appeared first on Payload .
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NASA Awards LTV, Lunar Transport Contracts. “For those waiting patiently, the grand return is close at hand,” NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said during a press conference at NASA HQ. The post NASA Awards LTV, Lunar Transport Contracts appeared first on Payload .
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Payloadspace
May 26, 17:45
Op-ed: Commercial Demand in LEO is Lacking. The Government Can Help.
LEO’s most promising market opportunity—in-space manufacturing—doesn’t yet have the commercial demand to sustain itself. Government support is what will get us there. The post Op-ed: Commercial Demand in LEO is Lacking. The Government Can Help. appeared first on Payload .
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Op-ed: Commercial Demand in LEO is Lacking. LEO’s most promising market opportunity—in-space manufacturing—doesn’t yet have the commercial demand to sustain itself. The post Op-ed: Commercial Demand in LEO is Lacking.
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Spaceflightnow
May 26, 17:34
Preview: NASA updates progress towards established a Moon Base, Artemis 3 mission
The press conference on Tuesday, scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. EDT (1800 UTC), is the first major update from NASA since Administrator Jared Isaacman unveiled the project in late March.
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Preview: NASA updates progress towards established a Moon Base, Artemis 3 mission. The press conference on Tuesday, scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. EDT (1800 UTC), is the first major update from NASA since Administrator Jared Isaacman unveiled the project in late March.
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EDT (1800 UTC), is the first major update from NASA since Administrator Jared Isaacman unveiled the project in late March.
AOL.com
May 26, 17:06
AST SpaceMobile vs. Rocket Lab: Which Space Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026? - AOL.com
AST SpaceMobile vs. Rocket Lab: Which Space Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026? AOL.com
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Rocket Lab: Which Space Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?
Payloadspace
May 26, 14:53
Optical Links: When to Incorporate Them? When Not To?
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Optical Links: When to Incorporate Them? Unlock premium insights, market analysis, and research to stay ahead in the fast-evolving space sector. Check your inbox for an email from [email protected] .
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Unlock premium insights, market analysis, and research to stay ahead in the fast-evolving space sector.
Payloadspace
May 26, 13:00
Satellogic Lands $18M+ Defense-Monitoring Contract
The contract marks the company’s first large agreement since it made that strategic shift to persistent-monitoring capabilities. The post Satellogic Lands $18M+ Defense-Monitoring Contract appeared first on Payload .
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Satellogic Lands $18M+ Defense-Monitoring Contract. The contract marks the company’s first large agreement since it made that strategic shift to persistent-monitoring capabilities. The post Satellogic Lands $18M+ Defense-Monitoring Contract appeared first on Payload .
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Spaceflightnow
May 26, 12:48
SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg SFB
The Starlink 17-37 mission flew on the 60th Falcon 9 rocket launched in 2026. Liftoff from pad 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base happened at 7:50 a.m. PDT (10:50 a.m. EDT / 1450 UTC).
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SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg SFB. The Starlink 17-37 mission flew on the 60th Falcon 9 rocket launched in 2026. Liftoff from pad 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base happened at 7:50 a.m.
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Liftoff from pad 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base happened at 7:50 a.m.
Payloadspace
May 26, 12:25
SpaceX Launches Starship V3 for the First Time
SpaceX launched its Starship V3 launch vehicle for the first time on Friday, unveiling a full suite of upgrades during the rocket’s twelfth test flight. The post SpaceX Launches Starship V3 for the First Time appeared first on Payload .
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Upgrades include: Shoot for the Starlink: During flight, Starship used its upgraded PEZ dispenser to deploy 20 Starlink simulators, as well as two modified Starlink sats, which imaged Starship during flight.
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SpaceX launched its Starship V3 launch vehicle for the first time on Friday, unveiling a full suite of upgrades during the rocket’s twelfth test flight. The post SpaceX Launches Starship V3 for the First Time appeared first on Payload .
Payloadspace
May 26, 11:57
SEOPS Will Start Waymaker LEO Rideshares In 2028
The rideshare is designed to launch time-sensitive or non-standard payloads that can’t be accommodated on existing rideshare options. The post SEOPS Will Start Waymaker LEO Rideshares In 2028 appeared first on Payload .
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SEOPS Will Start Waymaker LEO Rideshares In 2028. The rideshare is designed to launch time-sensitive or non-standard payloads that can’t be accommodated on existing rideshare options. The post SEOPS Will Start Waymaker LEO Rideshares In 2028 appeared first on Payload .
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Nasaspaceflight
May 25, 22:01
Launch Preview: Starlink and Amazon Leo missions fill manifest
Six orbital launches are expected worldwide this week, headlined by four Falcon 9 Starlink missions… The post Launch Preview: Starlink and Amazon Leo missions fill manifest appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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SpaceX launched its first mission of the week on Monday, May 25, aboard a Falcon 9 vehicle from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) in Florida. SpaceX’s autonomous droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas recovered the first stage booster, B1078, downrange in the Atlantic Ocean.
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Six orbital launches are expected worldwide this week, headlined by four Falcon 9 Starlink missions… The post Launch Preview: Starlink and Amazon Leo missions fill manifest appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
Nasaspaceflight
May 24, 19:04
Vehicle arrivals, science experiments, and maintenance keep Expedition 74 busy through April
Recent weeks aboard the International Space Station have been busy, with the Expedition 74 crew… The post Vehicle arrivals, science experiments, and maintenance keep Expedition 74 busy through April appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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NASA also announced the crew for its upcoming Crew-13 mission, which is expected to launch to the Station in September on a SpaceX Crew Dragon. On April 11 at 07:41 AM EDT (11:41 UTC), Northrop Grumman’s Cygnus XL launched atop a SpaceX Falcon 9 from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) in Florida on the CRS NG-24 mission.
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Recent weeks aboard the International Space Station have been busy, with the Expedition 74 crew… The post Vehicle arrivals, science experiments, and maintenance keep Expedition 74 busy through April appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
Spaceflightnow
May 24, 17:54
SpaceX launches 29 Starlink satellites on Memorial Day
The mission was SpaceX’s 60th orbital flight of the year, including one Falcon Heavy launch and 59 Falcon 9 flights. Liftoff of the Starlink 10-47 mission from pad 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station happened at 7:48 a.m. EDT (1148 UTC).
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SpaceX launches 29 Starlink satellites on Memorial Day. The mission was SpaceX’s 60th orbital flight of the year, including one Falcon Heavy launch and 59 Falcon 9 flights. Liftoff of the Starlink 10-47 mission from pad 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station happened at 7:48 a.m.
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The mission was SpaceX’s 60th orbital flight of the year, including one Falcon Heavy launch and 59 Falcon 9 flights.
Nasaspaceflight
May 23, 22:16
Shenzhou 23 launches new crew to Tiangong space station
The Chinese space station Tiangong, permanently occupied since June 5, 2022, is about to receive… The post Shenzhou 23 launches new crew to Tiangong space station appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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The current crew members will conduct a handover period with the new crew before returning to Earth aboard Shenzhou 22. The Chinese Manned Space Agency (CMSA) has a policy of having a second CZ-2F and Shenzhou spacecraft readied to fly close to any given mission to allow for a launch-on-need mission. This policy had its first operational use during the Shenzhou 20 situation.
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The Chinese space station Tiangong, permanently occupied since June 5, 2022, is about to receive… The post Shenzhou 23 launches new crew to Tiangong space station appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
Spaceflightnow
May 23, 02:47
Musk praises “epic” Super Heavy-Starship launch
The Starship upper stage was equipped with six third-generation Raptor engines and one of three optimized for operating in vacuum shut down early during the climb to space. The flight computer kept the other five engines running longer than originally planned to make up for the shortfall, putting the craft on an acceptable sub-orbital trajectory.
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The Starship upper stage was equipped with six third-generation Raptor engines and one of three optimized for operating in vacuum shut down early during the climb to space. The flight computer kept the other five engines running longer than originally planned to make up for the shortfall, putting the craft on an acceptable sub-orbital trajectory.
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The Starship upper stage was equipped with six third-generation Raptor engines and one of three optimized for operating in vacuum shut down early during the climb to space.
Payloadspace
May 22, 12:45
The US Needs a New Launch Site, Air Force Secretary Says
Traffic at US military launch sites is approaching max capacity. The post The US Needs a New Launch Site, Air Force Secretary Says appeared first on Payload .
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Traffic at US military launch sites is approaching max capacity. The post The US Needs a New Launch Site, Air Force Secretary Says appeared first on Payload .
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Payloadspace
May 22, 06:17
ESA Chief Calls on Europe to Double Funds for Space
Europe has made huge strides increasing public funds to grow its space economy, but to some in the industry, enough is not enough. The post ESA Chief Calls on Europe to Double Funds for Space appeared first on Payload .
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ESA Chief Calls on Europe to Double Funds for Space. Europe has made huge strides increasing public funds to grow its space economy, but to some in the industry, enough is not enough. The post ESA Chief Calls on Europe to Double Funds for Space appeared first on Payload .
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Payloadspace
May 21, 23:25
Better Moon-Tech Tops NASA Stakeholder Wishlist
Two years ago, NASA asked the space community what technical challenges are giving people the biggest headaches to help NASA prioritize its space tech investments. The post Better Moon-Tech Tops NASA Stakeholder Wishlist appeared first on Payload .
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Better Moon-Tech Tops NASA Stakeholder Wishlist. Two years ago, NASA asked the space community what technical challenges are giving people the biggest headaches to help NASA prioritize its space tech investments. The post Better Moon-Tech Tops NASA Stakeholder Wishlist appeared first on Payload .
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Spaceflightnow
May 21, 13:13
Launch preview: SpaceX tries again for first launch of its Starship Version 3 rocket
The mission will see the debut of several upgrades to the launch vehicle, including redesigned engines. Liftoff from Pad 2 at Starbase, Texas, is scheduled during a window that opens at 5:30 p.m. CDT (6:30 p.m. EDT / 2230 UTC).
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Launch preview: SpaceX tries again for first launch of its Starship Version 3 rocket. The mission will see the debut of several upgrades to the launch vehicle, including redesigned engines. EDT / 2230 UTC).
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The mission will see the debut of several upgrades to the launch vehicle, including redesigned engines.
Space
May 21, 07:00
Lunar Outpost has big plans for the moon. The new Pegasus lunar rover is just the start - Space
Lunar Outpost has big plans for the moon. The new Pegasus lunar rover is just the start Space
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Nasaspaceflight
May 20, 23:52
Starship Flight 12: Block 3 Impresses on First Flight
On Friday, May 22, 2026, at 5:30:21 pm CDT, Starship Flight 12 lifted off from… The post Starship Flight 12: Block 3 Impresses on First Flight appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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This stack, which comprised Ship 39 and Booster 19, was the first Block 3 stack to fly for the Starship Program. This flight was the culmination of years of work to build a much more advanced Starship vehicle and launch pad. Starship Flight 12 lifts off from Starbase Pad 2, the debut of the Block 3/V3 vehicle with Booster 19 and Ship 39!
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On Friday, May 22, 2026, at 5:30:21 pm CDT, Starship Flight 12 lifted off from… The post Starship Flight 12: Block 3 Impresses on First Flight appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
Spaceflightnow
May 20, 15:42
SpaceX’s sunrise Starlink launch adds 29 satellites to low Earth orbit megaconstellation
The Starlink 10-31 mission was the 58th Falcon 9 launch so far in 2026. Liftoff from pad 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station happened at 6:04 a.m. EDT (1004 UTC).
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SpaceX’s sunrise Starlink launch adds 29 satellites to low Earth orbit megaconstellation. The Starlink 10-31 mission was the 58th Falcon 9 launch so far in 2026. Liftoff from pad 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station happened at 6:04 a.m.
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The Starlink 10-31 mission was the 58th Falcon 9 launch so far in 2026.
Spaceflightnow
May 20, 00:28
SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket launch from Vandenberg SFB
SpaceX’s 45th Starlink mission of the year saw the company add another 24 broadband internet satellites into low Earth orbit. Liftoff from pad 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base happened at 7:46 p.m. PDT (10:46 p.m. EDT / 0246 UTC).
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SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket launch from Vandenberg SFB. SpaceX’s 45th Starlink mission of the year saw the company add another 24 broadband internet satellites into low Earth orbit. Liftoff from pad 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base happened at 7:46 p.m.
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Liftoff from pad 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base happened at 7:46 p.m.
CNBC
May 20, 00:16
Starlink Now Connects 5 Million Remote Users Worldwide
SpaceX's Starlink satellite constellation reached 5 million active subscribers, bringing high-speed internet to rural and remote areas across 80 countries.
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SpaceX's Starlink satellite constellation reached 5 million active subscribers, bringing high-speed internet to rural and remote areas across 80 countries.
Nasaspaceflight
May 19, 21:08
Launch Preview: Falcon 9, Electron, and Vega C launch missions alongside Starship Flight 12
Six launches are scheduled worldwide during the next week, with the 12th flight of SpaceX’s… The post Launch Preview: Falcon 9, Electron, and Vega C launch missions alongside Starship Flight 12 appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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Avio’s first launch as a provider occurred successfully on Tuesday, May 19, at 03:52 UTC from the ELV pad at the Guiana Space Centre in Kourou, French Guiana. From that orbit, SMILE will study the interaction of the solar wind with Earth’s magnetosphere. (Credit: Space Park Leicester)
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Six launches are scheduled worldwide during the next week, with the 12th flight of SpaceX’s… The post Launch Preview: Falcon 9, Electron, and Vega C launch missions alongside Starship Flight 12 appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
Nasaspaceflight
May 18, 22:50
Vega C launches SMILE to study Earth’s magnetosphere
The European Space Agency’s (ESA) latest science mission, Solar Wind Magnetosphere Ionosphere Link Explorer (SMILE),… The post Vega C launches SMILE to study Earth’s magnetosphere appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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Vega C successfully launched on a northward trajectory to a highly inclined 73-degree orbit from the Ensemble de Lancement Vega (ELV) at the Guiana Space Centre in Kourou, French Guiana, at 03:52 UTC on Tuesday, May 19. This was Vega C’s first launch with Avio as the provider, replacing Arianespace, which previously operated the vehicle.
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The European Space Agency’s (ESA) latest science mission, Solar Wind Magnetosphere Ionosphere Link Explorer (SMILE),… The post Vega C launches SMILE to study Earth’s magnetosphere appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
Nasaspaceflight
May 18, 18:27
Super Heavy Block 3 the Booster of the Future
The first stage of Starship, the Super Heavy booster, has already undergone many changes during… The post Super Heavy Block 3 the Booster of the Future appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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Just below the hotstage truss is another obvious change: the three newer, larger grid fins. These grid fins are now spaced in a T formation and are 50% larger than the Block 1 and 2 grid fins. The two grid fins opposite each other now have lift/catch points, while the third grid is a rudder fin.
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The first stage of Starship, the Super Heavy booster, has already undergone many changes during… The post Super Heavy Block 3 the Booster of the Future appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
Ventura County Star
May 18, 07:00
When is next rocket launch from Vandenberg? Where to see SpaceX liftoff - Ventura County Star
When is next rocket launch from Vandenberg? Where to see SpaceX liftoff Ventura County Star
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When is next rocket launch from Vandenberg?
Nasaspaceflight
May 17, 17:29
Artemis III deep into processing and planning for key HLS test
NASA is deep into planning for Artemis III, a pivotal crewed mission in low Earth… The post Artemis III deep into processing and planning for key HLS test appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
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NASA is deep into planning for Artemis III, a pivotal crewed mission in low Earth orbit scheduled for next year that will serve as a critical dress rehearsal for the agency’s return to the Moon.
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NASA is deep into planning for Artemis III, a pivotal crewed mission in low Earth… The post Artemis III deep into processing and planning for key HLS test appeared first on NASASpaceFlight.com .
Spaceflightnow
May 15, 17:36
NASA, SpaceX launch Dragon mission with 6,500 pounds of science and supplies to the space station
Liftoff of the resupply mission, atop a Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is scheduled for 6:05 p.m. EDT (2205 UTC). The Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of science and supplies for the space station.
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Liftoff of the resupply mission, atop a Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is scheduled for 6:05 p.m. EDT (2205 UTC). The Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of science and supplies for the space station.
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Liftoff of the resupply mission, atop a Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is scheduled for 6:05 p.m.