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Rocket Report: Big deals for US launch firms, RFA One debut is delayed
Several major launch contracts are expected to shape the US space industry's future.
Arstechnica31 Jul 20261 min read
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Launch schedules, scrubs, anomalies, and new vehicle debuts across every operator and spaceport on Earth.
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Roman Space Telescope on track for late August launch
An earlier launch allows NASA to begin gathering cosmological data several months sooner than planned.
SpaceNews30 Jul 20261 min read
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NASA Assigns Astronaut Deniz Burnham to First Space Station Mission
The mission will mark the first long-duration spaceflight for Burnham, who joins an experienced crew for a several-month stay.
NASA30 Jul 20261 min read
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Rocket Lab wins another launch contract from Japan’s iQPS
This deal expands Rocket Lab's presence in the Asian market for small satellite launch services.
SpaceNews30 Jul 20261 min read
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From drone flight to sounding rocket
This technology could improve tracking of small satellites and debris in Earth's orbit.
ESA30 Jul 20261 min read
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch classified payload for National Reconnaissance Office
This mission marks the third National Security Space Launch Phase 2 procurement for the National Reconnaissance Office.
Spaceflight Now29 Jul 20261 min read
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Proposed rule would exempt commercial launch licensing from environmental regulations
The proposed exemption could streamline the launch licensing process for commercial space operators.
SpaceNews29 Jul 20261 min read
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SpaceX wins $1.6 billion in launch orders for military satellite networks
The contracts reflect growing demand for commercial launch services to support national security space assets.
SpaceNews29 Jul 20261 min read
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Space Force awards All Points $250 million to expand satellite processing at Vandenberg
This investment supports growing launch demand at the West Coast spaceport with increased capacity for simultaneous satellite preparations.
SpaceNews29 Jul 20261 min read
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MaiaSpace Ditches Suborbital Test Flight Plans
The decision reflects a shift in development strategy to expedite the rocket's entry into orbital operations.
European Spaceflight29 Jul 20261 min read
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H3 to launch next ispace lunar lander mission
This partnership marks a significant step in Japan's efforts to establish a commercial lunar exploration program.
SpaceNews29 Jul 20261 min read
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Germany Considers Dedicated Launch Facility for its Armed Forces
A dedicated facility would enhance the country's ability to rapidly deploy military space assets in response to emerging threats.
European Spaceflight28 Jul 20261 min read
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Vertical liftoff as Ariane 6 takes flight for the first time
This initial flight marks a crucial step in the rocket's development and testing phase prior to commercial operations.
ESA28 Jul 20261 min read
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Liftoff as Ariane 6 takes flight for the first time
This inaugural launch marks a significant milestone in the development of Europe's new heavy-lift capability.
ESA28 Jul 20261 min read
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Launch Preview: Falcon 9 and Chang Zheng rockets set to launch this week
The launches will carry a mix of commercial and government payloads into various orbits around Earth.
NASASpaceflight27 Jul 20261 min read
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Blue Origin to test New Glenn upper stages at Stennis
The testing arrangement supports Blue Origin's development timeline for the New Glenn launch vehicle.
SpaceNews27 Jul 20261 min read
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Rocket Lab to open Alaska launch site under $266 million Space Force deal
This new facility expands Rocket Lab's US launch presence and capabilities for national security missions.
SpaceNews27 Jul 20261 min read
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France’s postal service, La Poste, honours Ariane 6
The commemorative stamp set reflects growing public interest in European space exploration efforts.
ESA27 Jul 20261 min read
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