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Jeff Bezos' New Glenn rocket finally makes an appearance on the launch pad

Blue Origin is making progress with the New Glenn rocket, reaching a significant milestone by rolling a full-scale rocket to a launch pad for ground testing.
The first launch of New Glenn is still at least six months away, with a history of delays, but the current developments indicate a shift towards finally achieving a successful launch.

Rocket Report: ULA has a wild idea; Starliner crew will stay in orbit even longer

The Vulcan rocket is delayed, while Blue Origin aims to launch New Glenn before year's end.

Blue Origin completes second-stage hot-fire test of large new rocket

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket's second stage successfully completed a hot-fire test, marking a significant milestone in its development.

In a not-so-subtle signal to regulators, Blue Origin says New Glenn is ready

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket is ready for its first launch with the Blue Ring payload, awaiting regulatory approval for liftoff.

Blue Origin CEO says he wants to bring Amazon's customer-centric culture to Bezos' space rocket company

Blue Origin's new CEO aims to adopt Amazon's customer-centric culture to help the company compete with SpaceX and improve manufacturing processes.

Jeff Bezos' New Glenn rocket finally makes an appearance on the launch pad

Blue Origin is making progress with the New Glenn rocket, reaching a significant milestone by rolling a full-scale rocket to a launch pad for ground testing.
The first launch of New Glenn is still at least six months away, with a history of delays, but the current developments indicate a shift towards finally achieving a successful launch.

Rocket Report: ULA has a wild idea; Starliner crew will stay in orbit even longer

The Vulcan rocket is delayed, while Blue Origin aims to launch New Glenn before year's end.

Blue Origin completes second-stage hot-fire test of large new rocket

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket's second stage successfully completed a hot-fire test, marking a significant milestone in its development.

In a not-so-subtle signal to regulators, Blue Origin says New Glenn is ready

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket is ready for its first launch with the Blue Ring payload, awaiting regulatory approval for liftoff.

Blue Origin CEO says he wants to bring Amazon's customer-centric culture to Bezos' space rocket company

Blue Origin's new CEO aims to adopt Amazon's customer-centric culture to help the company compete with SpaceX and improve manufacturing processes.
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#aerospace

This Might Be the Most Amazing Video of a Rocket Explosion We've Ever Seen

The Nebula-1 rocket's landing failure was dramatically captured on video, showcasing the challenges of aerospace testing.
Despite the failure, Deep Blue Aerospace achieved significant test objectives and plans further testing.

China preps new rocket Beijing hopes will be a workhorse

China is launching the Long March-8A rocket to support large-scale satellite constellations.
The rocket can carry up to seven tons to medium- and low-Earth orbits.

SpaceX Falcon 9 booster 'tipped over' into the ocean during landing

SpaceX experienced its first booster recovery failure since 2021 with a Falcon 9 rocket crash during landing.

This Might Be the Most Amazing Video of a Rocket Explosion We've Ever Seen

The Nebula-1 rocket's landing failure was dramatically captured on video, showcasing the challenges of aerospace testing.
Despite the failure, Deep Blue Aerospace achieved significant test objectives and plans further testing.

China preps new rocket Beijing hopes will be a workhorse

China is launching the Long March-8A rocket to support large-scale satellite constellations.
The rocket can carry up to seven tons to medium- and low-Earth orbits.

SpaceX Falcon 9 booster 'tipped over' into the ocean during landing

SpaceX experienced its first booster recovery failure since 2021 with a Falcon 9 rocket crash during landing.
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Arianespace Vega C rocket set to return to flight

Vega C's launch is critical for ESA's satellite operations, especially after losing Sentinel-1B and facing delays with Ariane 6.
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SNY announcers stunned by SpaceX rocket launch during Mets' spring training game

The Mets' spring training game was overshadowed by SpaceX Falcon 9 launch visible from Clover Park.
SNY's announcers had to interrupt game commentary due to their fascination with the rocket launch.

The next Starship mission has a tentative launch date: March 14

SpaceX plans to conduct the third Starship flight test on March 14 at 7:30 am ET.
Despite not having the launch license yet, SpaceX is working towards a mid-March launch date.

SpaceX Launches Its Mega Starship Rocket. This Time, Mechanical Arms Catch It at Landing

SpaceX successfully launched and landed its Starship rocket booster using mechanical arms, marking a significant engineering milestone.

SpaceX Catches a Falling Starshipa First in Spaceflight History

SpaceX successfully launched Starship and performed a historic catch of the Super Heavy booster using its launch tower's 'chopstick' arms.

SpaceX catches' giant Starship rocket booster in fifth flight test

SpaceX successfully achieved a novel rocket recovery method using robotic arms, marking a significant milestone in their test flight endeavors.

SpaceX launches Starship rocket and catches booster in giant metal arms

SpaceX's latest Starship test flight succeeded in catching its booster back at the launch site using innovative technology, marking a major engineering achievement.

SNY announcers stunned by SpaceX rocket launch during Mets' spring training game

The Mets' spring training game was overshadowed by SpaceX Falcon 9 launch visible from Clover Park.
SNY's announcers had to interrupt game commentary due to their fascination with the rocket launch.

The next Starship mission has a tentative launch date: March 14

SpaceX plans to conduct the third Starship flight test on March 14 at 7:30 am ET.
Despite not having the launch license yet, SpaceX is working towards a mid-March launch date.

SpaceX Launches Its Mega Starship Rocket. This Time, Mechanical Arms Catch It at Landing

SpaceX successfully launched and landed its Starship rocket booster using mechanical arms, marking a significant engineering milestone.

SpaceX Catches a Falling Starshipa First in Spaceflight History

SpaceX successfully launched Starship and performed a historic catch of the Super Heavy booster using its launch tower's 'chopstick' arms.

SpaceX catches' giant Starship rocket booster in fifth flight test

SpaceX successfully achieved a novel rocket recovery method using robotic arms, marking a significant milestone in their test flight endeavors.

SpaceX launches Starship rocket and catches booster in giant metal arms

SpaceX's latest Starship test flight succeeded in catching its booster back at the launch site using innovative technology, marking a major engineering achievement.
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#investigation

Starliner's first crewed flight gets scrubbed just before launch

Boeing Starliner's crewed launch postponed due to ground launch sequencer issue

Japan's space agency aborts Epsilon S rocket test after fire DW 11/26/2024

A fire during a JAXA rocket test indicates mounting challenges for Japan's space program.

Starliner's first crewed flight gets scrubbed just before launch

Boeing Starliner's crewed launch postponed due to ground launch sequencer issue

Japan's space agency aborts Epsilon S rocket test after fire DW 11/26/2024

A fire during a JAXA rocket test indicates mounting challenges for Japan's space program.
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#space-exploration

Vulcan Centaur avoids probe over loss of SRB nozzle

The Vulcan Centaur successfully launched despite losing a Solid Rocket Booster nozzle, demonstrating robust engineering and flight control capabilities.

Meet the USC student rocket club that shattered a world altitude record

USCRPL overcame significant challenges and technical issues to successfully launch the Aftershock II rocket into space.

Rocket Test on Remote Scottish Island Ends in Flames

The recent rocket test at SaxaVord ended in a dramatic explosion, reflecting the challenges and unpredictability inherent in developing space launch capabilities.

Europe set to launch Ariane 6 rocket to achieve independence in space

The Ariane 6 rocket launch in Europe marks a substantial advancement in gaining independent access to space, following past challenges.

Europe launches the Ariane 6, the most powerful rocket in its history

Europe's Ariane 6 rocket aims for independent space access

Europe's first Ariane 6 flight achieved most of its goals, but ended prematurely

Europe's Ariane 6 rocket marks successful inaugural flight after a decade, aiming for cost efficiency and competitiveness against SpaceX.

Vulcan Centaur avoids probe over loss of SRB nozzle

The Vulcan Centaur successfully launched despite losing a Solid Rocket Booster nozzle, demonstrating robust engineering and flight control capabilities.

Meet the USC student rocket club that shattered a world altitude record

USCRPL overcame significant challenges and technical issues to successfully launch the Aftershock II rocket into space.

Rocket Test on Remote Scottish Island Ends in Flames

The recent rocket test at SaxaVord ended in a dramatic explosion, reflecting the challenges and unpredictability inherent in developing space launch capabilities.

Europe set to launch Ariane 6 rocket to achieve independence in space

The Ariane 6 rocket launch in Europe marks a substantial advancement in gaining independent access to space, following past challenges.

Europe launches the Ariane 6, the most powerful rocket in its history

Europe's Ariane 6 rocket aims for independent space access

Europe's first Ariane 6 flight achieved most of its goals, but ended prematurely

Europe's Ariane 6 rocket marks successful inaugural flight after a decade, aiming for cost efficiency and competitiveness against SpaceX.
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#funding

The Space Force is changing the way it thinks about spaceports

Ground infrastructure is crucial for successful rocket launches and needs upgrades.
The Biden administration is requesting $1.3 billion to revamp infrastructure at the Space Force's ranges.

Citing "decreasing" launch opportunities, ABL Space will pivot to missile defense

The competition in the 1-ton rocket class concludes, with Firefly emerging as the winner, while ABL pivots towards the national defense sector.

The Space Force is changing the way it thinks about spaceports

Ground infrastructure is crucial for successful rocket launches and needs upgrades.
The Biden administration is requesting $1.3 billion to revamp infrastructure at the Space Force's ranges.

Citing "decreasing" launch opportunities, ABL Space will pivot to missile defense

The competition in the 1-ton rocket class concludes, with Firefly emerging as the winner, while ABL pivots towards the national defense sector.
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Embattled Astra scores DOD contract to develop point-to-point cargo delivery from space | TechCrunch

Astra Space has secured a $44 million contract to develop a next-gen launch system, reviving confidence in the company's potential for future space missions.
#united-launch-alliance

ULA hasn't given up on developing a long-lived cryogenic space tug

The Vulcan rocket's second test flight aims to validate its reliability for military satellite launches, crucial for U.S. national security.

After a fiery finale, the Delta rocket family now belongs to history

United Launch Alliance's Delta IV Heavy rocket took its final flight with a classified spy satellite onboard.
The final Delta IV Heavy launch marked the end of the Delta rocket series after 389 missions dating back to 1960.

Boeing calls off its first astronaut launch because of valve issue on rocket

A valve problem on the rocket caused the delay of Boeing's first astronaut launch.
The valve issue may have exceeded its lifetime cycles and must be replaced, potentially delaying the launch to the next week.

ULA hasn't given up on developing a long-lived cryogenic space tug

The Vulcan rocket's second test flight aims to validate its reliability for military satellite launches, crucial for U.S. national security.

After a fiery finale, the Delta rocket family now belongs to history

United Launch Alliance's Delta IV Heavy rocket took its final flight with a classified spy satellite onboard.
The final Delta IV Heavy launch marked the end of the Delta rocket series after 389 missions dating back to 1960.

Boeing calls off its first astronaut launch because of valve issue on rocket

A valve problem on the rocket caused the delay of Boeing's first astronaut launch.
The valve issue may have exceeded its lifetime cycles and must be replaced, potentially delaying the launch to the next week.
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Relativity Space has gone from printing money and rockets to doing what, exactly?

Relativity Space's recent social media post raised questions due to the payload fairing's origins, revealing inconsistencies about their rocket development.

Rocket Factory Augsburg gives update on SaxaVord explosion

Rocket Factory Augsburg's rocket launch failure was due to a fire in an oxygen pump, leading to an explosive end during the ignition phase.
#rocket-factory-augsburg

Rocket Explodes in Epic Fireball During Test

A rocket test by Rocket Factory Augsburg resulted in a major explosion, prompting a thorough analysis and signaling challenges ahead for European vertical rocket launches.

Rocket Report: A ULA sale tidbit; Polaris Dawn mission is on deck

Polaris Dawn mission to achieve private spacewalk and milestones in commercial spaceflight.
Rocket Factory Augsburg's first stage destroyed in fireball during a test-firing.
Anomaly investigation ongoing to assess cause of rocket stage failure.

A frontrunner in Europe's private launch industry just lost its first rocket

Rocket Factory Augsburg faced a major setback as the first stage of their RFA One rocket was lost during a test-fire.

Rocket Explodes in Epic Fireball During Test

A rocket test by Rocket Factory Augsburg resulted in a major explosion, prompting a thorough analysis and signaling challenges ahead for European vertical rocket launches.

Rocket Report: A ULA sale tidbit; Polaris Dawn mission is on deck

Polaris Dawn mission to achieve private spacewalk and milestones in commercial spaceflight.
Rocket Factory Augsburg's first stage destroyed in fireball during a test-firing.
Anomaly investigation ongoing to assess cause of rocket stage failure.

A frontrunner in Europe's private launch industry just lost its first rocket

Rocket Factory Augsburg faced a major setback as the first stage of their RFA One rocket was lost during a test-fire.
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#north-korea

North Korea Launches Long-Range Rocket Carrying Satellite, Seoul Says

North Korea launched a rocket to put a military satellite in orbit, defying UN resolutions.

Let's unpack some questions about Russia's role in North Korea's rocket program

Russian President Putin to visit North Korea for potential collaboration on missiles and space programs.

North Korea Says Its Attempt to Put Another Spy Satellite Into Orbit Failed

North Korean rocket carrying spy satellite explodes midair.

North Korea Launches Long-Range Rocket Carrying Satellite, Seoul Says

North Korea launched a rocket to put a military satellite in orbit, defying UN resolutions.

Let's unpack some questions about Russia's role in North Korea's rocket program

Russian President Putin to visit North Korea for potential collaboration on missiles and space programs.

North Korea Says Its Attempt to Put Another Spy Satellite Into Orbit Failed

North Korean rocket carrying spy satellite explodes midair.
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Temporary no-fly zone over Laois village due to 'civilian rocket launch'

Temporary restriction on aircraft for rocket launch in Emo, Ireland by ESERO.

Mysterious gold lights streak across Southern California night sky. What do we know?

People in Southern California mistook the Falcon 9 rocket launch for a comet or UFO.
The bright lights seen in the night sky were actually caused by the Falcon 9 rocket launch by Space X.

College Football 25 Doesn't Have NCAA, Does Have NASA

EA Sports College Football 25 includes attention to detail, such as a rocket launch aligning with UCF Stadium's 50-yard line and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.

Sir Peter Beck unplugged: "Transporter can do it for free for all we care"

Rocket Lab's achievements include Beck's knighthood, 50th Electron rocket launch, and its largest contract with Synspective.
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