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Ukraine strikes major Russian rocket factory with cruise missiles
This attack marks an escalation of Ukraine's efforts to disrupt Russia's military industrial complex.
Arstechnica4w ago1 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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Rocket Lab advances via series of announcements
Expansion into European markets may increase the company's launch opportunities and customer base.
NASASpaceflight4w ago1 min read
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U.S. Space Force adds second surveillance sensor to Japanese constellation
This collaboration enhances space situational awareness for both nations across the Asia-Pacific region.
SpaceNews4w ago1 min read
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Isaacman “Extremely Confident” Artemis III Will Launch in 2027
A successful Artemis III mission would mark a crucial step towards establishing a sustainable human presence on the lunar surface.
SpacePolicyOnline.com4w ago1 min read
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Policy experts: Europe stuck between "rock and a hard place" on launch
This dilemma affects the continent's ability to compete with major spacefaring nations in the global launch market.
Arstechnica4w ago1 min read
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Avio Filings Shed Light on FD1 Rocket Demonstrator Test Flight
The upcoming test flight will evaluate the rocket's performance and capabilities in a suborbital environment.
European Spaceflight14 Aug 20261 min read
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Cheaper launch has moved the spacecraft bottleneck. Mass is out, surface area is in.
This shift affects spacecraft design and operation, particularly for larger satellites and missions with complex thermal management requirements.
SpaceNews14 Aug 20261 min read
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Blue Origin outlines plans for second Cape Canaveral launch pad
Expansion will enable launches of the New Glenn rocket's larger configuration.
SpaceNews14 Aug 20261 min read
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Rocket Report: Rocket Lab shows off its flexibility; Blue Origin's two-pad plan
Launch demand continues to outpace supply amid growing satellite constellations.
Arstechnica14 Aug 20261 min read
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Bulgaria advances project to launch new space, defense innovation hub
This initiative aims to enhance Bulgaria's role in European space and defense collaborations.
SpaceNews14 Aug 20261 min read
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Space Force awards five companies $60 million for multi-vendor satellite network tests
The contracts support development of a resilient and interoperable satellite communications architecture.
SpaceNews13 Aug 20261 min read
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Suborbital Rocket Builder Gravitilab Enters Liquidation
The company's demise may impact the UK's suborbital launch capabilities and related research projects.
European Spaceflight13 Aug 20261 min read
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Amid failure, Wenchang celebrates milestone as China launches AI satellites and prepares for lunar south pole mission
The launch site's milestone comes as China expands its space program with new satellite deployments and upcoming lunar missions.
NASASpaceflight12 Aug 20261 min read
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Pursuing a Dream of Working for NASA
Her new role supports the agency's ambitious plans to return humans to the lunar surface by the mid-2020s.
NASA12 Aug 20261 min read
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China’s iSpace raises first batch of series E funding for reusable rocketry
The investment boost supports iSpace's ambitions to develop a commercially viable reusable launch system.
SpaceNews12 Aug 20261 min read
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Rocket Lab Establishes German Subsidiary
This expansion increases Rocket Lab's global presence and capabilities in the European market.
European Spaceflight12 Aug 20261 min read
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Firefly increases vehicle production even as launches lag
Increased production may help the company meet future demand and address current launch delays.
SpaceNews12 Aug 20261 min read
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Firefly Aerospace pushes debut of Alpha Block 2 rocket to the fourth quarter of 2026
The revised timeline affects the company's plans for commercial launch services and technology demonstrations.
Spaceflight Now11 Aug 20261 min read
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