SpaceX and global rivals set for a week of ambitious rocket launches

SpaceX and global rivals set for a week of ambitious rocket launches

SpaceX is gearing up for a bustling week ahead, with plans to execute five Falcon 9 launches, including four dedicated to its Starlink satellite constellation and one rideshare mission. Meanwhile, China is also poised for action, planning three rocket launches from the Jiuquan and Xichang launch centers. In an exciting development, South Korean company Innospace […]

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Sierra Nevada Corporation’s Dream Chaser Advances Toward 2026 Orbital Launch Despite Challenges

Sierra Nevada Corporation’s Dream Chaser Advances Toward 2026 Orbital Launch Despite Challenges

Sierra Nevada Corporation’s Dream Chaser, an ambitious spaceplane reminiscent of NASA’s now-retired shuttle, is forging ahead with significant advancements despite a somewhat ambiguous future. The company aims to launch its uncrewed cargo vehicle, Tenacity, into low Earth orbit in the fourth quarter of 2026. In an update provided to NASASpaceflight.com, Sierra Space confirmed it’s making […]

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SpaceX Transforms Florida Spaceports for Expanded Starship Launches

SpaceX Transforms Florida Spaceports for Expanded Starship Launches

As SpaceX accelerates its efforts towards making the Starship a key player in global spaceflight, significant developments at Florida’s spaceports are reshaping the future of launches from the East Coast. The dual-venture progressing at Space Launch Complex 37 (SLC-37) and Launch Complex 39A (LC-39A) stands testament to SpaceX’s commitment to expanding its horizons beyond Texas’s […]

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Exciting Week of Space Launches Highlights Advances in Communication and Climate Science

Exciting Week of Space Launches Highlights Advances in Communication and Climate Science

Eight exciting launches are lined up for this week, showcasing a flurry of activity primarily led by SpaceX and noteworthy international missions from Russia and Europe. On the forefront, four Falcon 9 launches are scheduled, including two customer-driven missions and two from the Starlink constellation, representing a dynamic leap in satellite communication technology. The first […]

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Upcoming Cargo Missions Poised to Support International Space Station

China and SpaceX Lead New Era in Space Exploration Efforts

This week marks a notable period in the sphere of space exploration, highlighted by the imminent launch of China’s Tianwen 2 asteroid sample return mission and a slew of significant operations from SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. The interconnections between these events illustrate humanity’s quest to expand its understanding of the cosmos and harness its resources. […]

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