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Exclusive: SpinLaunch raises $11M but hoped to raise much more, source says

SpinLaunch is raising $11.5 million, down from an earlier $350 million target, to fund its innovative kinetic launch technology.

China launches first next-gen Long March 12 rocket

China successfully launched the Long March 12 rocket from a commercial spaceport, enhancing its satellite deployment capabilities.

Exclusive: SpinLaunch raises $11M but hoped to raise much more, source says

SpinLaunch is raising $11.5 million, down from an earlier $350 million target, to fund its innovative kinetic launch technology.

China launches first next-gen Long March 12 rocket

China successfully launched the Long March 12 rocket from a commercial spaceport, enhancing its satellite deployment capabilities.
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Japan aborts rocket test after fire DW 11/26/2024

JAXA halted an engine test for the Epsilon S rocket due to a fire outbreak, with ongoing investigations into the incident.
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Rocket Report: Australia says yes to the launch; Russia delivers for Iran

Gilmour Space has received approval for Australia's first all-Australian orbital rocket launch with the upcoming Eris rocket.

July 9 is the date for the for first launch of Ariane 6

Ariane 6 rocket scheduled for July 9 launch from French Guiana, aiming to provide more flexibility and cost-effectiveness compared to Ariane 5.

Rocket Report: ULA investigating SRB anomaly; Europa Clipper is ready to fly

PLD Space is pushing boundaries with new rockets and a crew capsule, aiming high despite prior limitations in achieving orbital launches.

Rocket Report: Australia says yes to the launch; Russia delivers for Iran

Gilmour Space has received approval for Australia's first all-Australian orbital rocket launch with the upcoming Eris rocket.

July 9 is the date for the for first launch of Ariane 6

Ariane 6 rocket scheduled for July 9 launch from French Guiana, aiming to provide more flexibility and cost-effectiveness compared to Ariane 5.

Rocket Report: ULA investigating SRB anomaly; Europa Clipper is ready to fly

PLD Space is pushing boundaries with new rockets and a crew capsule, aiming high despite prior limitations in achieving orbital launches.
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#blue-origin

Blue Origin gets its New Glenn rocket on track with new test fire

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket completed its first second-stage hot fire test, preparing for its inaugural mission scheduled for November.

Blue Origin's first crewed launch since 2022: Where to watch

Blue Origin is launching six human beings into space, including 90-year-old Ed Dwight, after putting private space tourism flights on hold due to a rocket booster issue.

New Glenn rolls to the launch pad as end-of-year deadline approaches

Blue Origin advances New Glenn rocket by transporting its first stage to Cape Canaveral, signaling progress toward its debut launch.

Rocket Report: Falcon 9 lifts its 7,000th Starlink; ABL cuts deep

The Vega rocket made its final flight, successfully launching an environmental monitoring satellite for the EU's Copernicus program, marking its transition to the Vega-C.

Blue Origin gets its New Glenn rocket on track with new test fire

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket completed its first second-stage hot fire test, preparing for its inaugural mission scheduled for November.

Blue Origin's first crewed launch since 2022: Where to watch

Blue Origin is launching six human beings into space, including 90-year-old Ed Dwight, after putting private space tourism flights on hold due to a rocket booster issue.

New Glenn rolls to the launch pad as end-of-year deadline approaches

Blue Origin advances New Glenn rocket by transporting its first stage to Cape Canaveral, signaling progress toward its debut launch.

Rocket Report: Falcon 9 lifts its 7,000th Starlink; ABL cuts deep

The Vega rocket made its final flight, successfully launching an environmental monitoring satellite for the EU's Copernicus program, marking its transition to the Vega-C.
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Rocket Report: Sneak peek at the business end of New Glenn; France to fly FROG

Astra secures a $44 million contract for a new launch system emphasizing rapid and cost-effective space missions.
#nasa

Boeing's Starliner launches on historic 1st human spaceflight for NASA

NASA astronauts Barry Butch Wilmore and Sunita Suni Williams made first human spaceflight on Boeing's CST-100 Starliner after delays and issues.

Suni Williams Just Became the First Woman To Test Fly An Orbital Spacecraft

NASA astronauts debut Boeing Starliner spacecraft named Calypso, marking its sixth new spacecraft debut.

Liftoff! Watch Boeing Starliner's Historic Launch Through These 7 Photos

NASA now has dissimilar redundancy in space travel with Boeing Starliner as a backup option.

NASA's Europa Clipper Mission May Launch As Early As Sunday Now

NASA's Europa Clipper mission launch is delayed due to Hurricane Milton, with safety being the top priority amid severe weather warnings.

NASA indefinitely postpones launch of Boeing's Starliner crewed capsule

Aiming to launch astronauts aboard Boeing's CST-100 Starliner delayed due to helium leak on the spacecraft.

The Boeing Starliner's strange test flight is finally returning to Earth, but it's empty

The Boeing Starliner Crew Flight Test is delayed again, now scheduled for no earlier than May 17.

Boeing's Starliner launches on historic 1st human spaceflight for NASA

NASA astronauts Barry Butch Wilmore and Sunita Suni Williams made first human spaceflight on Boeing's CST-100 Starliner after delays and issues.

Suni Williams Just Became the First Woman To Test Fly An Orbital Spacecraft

NASA astronauts debut Boeing Starliner spacecraft named Calypso, marking its sixth new spacecraft debut.

Liftoff! Watch Boeing Starliner's Historic Launch Through These 7 Photos

NASA now has dissimilar redundancy in space travel with Boeing Starliner as a backup option.

NASA's Europa Clipper Mission May Launch As Early As Sunday Now

NASA's Europa Clipper mission launch is delayed due to Hurricane Milton, with safety being the top priority amid severe weather warnings.

NASA indefinitely postpones launch of Boeing's Starliner crewed capsule

Aiming to launch astronauts aboard Boeing's CST-100 Starliner delayed due to helium leak on the spacecraft.

The Boeing Starliner's strange test flight is finally returning to Earth, but it's empty

The Boeing Starliner Crew Flight Test is delayed again, now scheduled for no earlier than May 17.
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#aerospace

Longshot Space closes over $5M in new funding to build space gun in the desert | TechCrunch

Longshot Space is developing a kinetic launch system aimed at significantly reducing the cost of sending payloads to orbit.
The innovative design prioritizes safety and feasibility, particularly as it transitions from prototype to larger-scale operations.

Spacecraft explodes during launch test at UK's new spaceport in Shetland

RFA aims to resume operations swiftly following a failed test launch, with no injuries reported.

Longshot Space closes over $5M in new funding to build space gun in the desert | TechCrunch

Longshot Space is developing a kinetic launch system aimed at significantly reducing the cost of sending payloads to orbit.
The innovative design prioritizes safety and feasibility, particularly as it transitions from prototype to larger-scale operations.

Spacecraft explodes during launch test at UK's new spaceport in Shetland

RFA aims to resume operations swiftly following a failed test launch, with no injuries reported.
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#ariane-6

Rocket Report: Eutelsat's surprising decision; Europe complains about SpaceX again

Small launch vehicles are still pursuing market niches despite stiff competition and past failures.
Iran's Qaem-100 rocket successfully launched the Chamran 1 satellite after previous launch issues.

Europe's New Ariane 6 Rocket Launches at Last

The successful launch of Europe's new Ariane 6 rocket marks a significant milestone for the continent's space program.

Rocket Report: Eutelsat's surprising decision; Europe complains about SpaceX again

Small launch vehicles are still pursuing market niches despite stiff competition and past failures.
Iran's Qaem-100 rocket successfully launched the Chamran 1 satellite after previous launch issues.

Europe's New Ariane 6 Rocket Launches at Last

The successful launch of Europe's new Ariane 6 rocket marks a significant milestone for the continent's space program.
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Europe and China launch significant navigation satellites

The launch of new navigation satellites by Europe and China marks significant progress in global satellite positioning systems.

National Cheeseburger Day 2024: Where to find deals

Habit Burger & Grill launched a cheeseburger into space to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day, highlighting an innovative marketing strategy.
#vega-rocket

Vega launches Sentinel-2C in 'fitting' swan song for European rocket

The launch of Sentinel-2C marks the end of Vega's operational era, highlighting both achievements and challenges in Europe's space endeavors.

The Vega rocket never found its commercial niche. After tonight, it's gone.

The final Vega rocket launch will deploy Sentinel-2C, enhancing Europe's environmental monitoring capabilities under the Copernicus program.

Vega rocket's last blast launches Sentinel-2C satellites

The successful launch of Sentinel-2C marks the end of the Vega rocket program, prompting a need for the upcoming Vega-C.

Vega launches Sentinel-2C in 'fitting' swan song for European rocket

The launch of Sentinel-2C marks the end of Vega's operational era, highlighting both achievements and challenges in Europe's space endeavors.

The Vega rocket never found its commercial niche. After tonight, it's gone.

The final Vega rocket launch will deploy Sentinel-2C, enhancing Europe's environmental monitoring capabilities under the Copernicus program.

Vega rocket's last blast launches Sentinel-2C satellites

The successful launch of Sentinel-2C marks the end of the Vega rocket program, prompting a need for the upcoming Vega-C.
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NASA delays ISS missions to buy time for Starliner analysis

NASA delayed SpaceX Crew Dragon mission to allow time for Boeing's Starliner return planning.
#spacex

SpaceX successful in Falcon 9 static fire test

SpaceX completed a successful Falcon 9 static fire test, aiming to resume regular launches after a recent mishap.

SpaceX sends another 23 Starlink satellites to orbit

SpaceX launched 23 Starlink satellites with a veteran Falcon 9 booster. Batches shifting launch times for operational efficiency.

SpaceX successful in Falcon 9 static fire test

SpaceX completed a successful Falcon 9 static fire test, aiming to resume regular launches after a recent mishap.

SpaceX sends another 23 Starlink satellites to orbit

SpaceX launched 23 Starlink satellites with a veteran Falcon 9 booster. Batches shifting launch times for operational efficiency.
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First Flight of the Vulcan Rocket Sends an American Lander Toward the Moon

Successful launch of Vulcan Centaur rocket crucial for United Launch Alliance and U.S. national security
Vulcan and other new rockets could challenge SpaceX's dominance in the space launch market
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