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The latest iteration of SpaceX’s Starship program is taking shape with the introduction of Ship 39, the first vehicle from the newly designated Block 3. This evolution builds on the experiences and data gathered from previous test flights, specifically the SN8 to SN15 phases, incorporating valuable insights while maintaining the core strengths of Block 2. […]

Rocket Lab commenced 2026 by surpassing all its previous records set in the prior year. The company achieved a remarkable milestone, securing more new launch contracts in just three months than the total missions flown throughout 2025. Additionally, Rocket Lab completed its acquisition of the laser communications company Mynaric AG, entered into a binding agreement […]

SpaceX is finalizing a state-of-the-art launch pad specifically designed for its Starship rocket, marking a significant improvement from previous setups. The new pad, located near Block 3 of Starship, incorporates insights gained from the first eleven launch missions and aims to improve the reusability of the launch infrastructure. The redesigned pad features a modern layout, […]

The International Space Station (ISS) is poised to receive a fresh cargo delivery as the SpaceX Falcon 9 prepares for the CRS-34 resupply mission. Initially set to launch on Tuesday, May 12, at 7:16 PM EDT from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, the launch was postponed due to unfavorable weather conditions. A new […]

The week of May 11 is set to witness a flurry of space launches, with nine missions scheduled across the United States and China, featuring both government and commercial entities. SpaceX will spearhead the activities in the U.S. with four separate Falcon 9 missions, which include a resupply flight to the International Space Station (ISS), […]

Following the successful static fire test of Booster 19 on May 7, 2026, preparations are underway for Ship 39 to be integrated with the booster, forming the Flight 12 stack ahead of a Wet Dress Rehearsal this weekend. The static fire, which involved a full-duration test lasting about 14 to 15 seconds, saw all 33 […]

China is gearing up for significant advancements in its space exploration efforts, with imminent launches planned for both cargo and crew missions to the Tiangong space station. The upcoming month will witness two missions, with Tianzhou-10 scheduled to lift off on May 9, serving as the ninth cargo resupply operation for the space station. The […]

More than six months after completing Flight 11, SpaceX has made notable strides in the transformation of Pad 1 into a modern launch facility comparable to Pad 2. Following the demolition of the old infrastructure, the teams are now preparing to excavate the trench, indicating a pivotal moment in the ongoing renovation efforts. The conversion […]

This week, the launch schedule features two missions from SpaceX’s Falcon 9 and a cargo mission from China’s Chang Zheng 7, all set to take place between May 4 and May 9, 2026. SpaceX aims to bolster its Starlink constellation by sending another 48 Starlink satellites into orbit as part of Group 17, while China’s […]

SpaceX is gearing up for the imminent launch of its Starship with Flight 12, potentially taking to the skies as early as May 12, based on recent notifications outlining a series of launch windows. These windows stretch from May 12 to May 18, offering afternoon launch opportunities that begin around 5:30 p.m. Central Time (22:30 […]