Tag SpaceX

The Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) and Kennedy Space Center (KSC) are undergoing significant infrastructure upgrades to support an unprecedented increase in launch activity. In 2024 alone, these facilities achieved a record of 93 launches, surpassing milestones that seemed ambitious only a few years prior. This surge in launches is driven by an influx […]

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 […]

In the second quarter of 2025, SpaceX showcased an impressive feat, achieving an unprecedented milestone with its Falcon family of rockets. The company celebrated the 500th launch within the Falcon family, a remarkable accomplishment that encompasses all Falcon 1, Falcon 9, and Falcon Heavy missions. This period alone witnessed 45 launches, representing a staggering 57% […]

As summer envelops the Northern Hemisphere and winter blankets the Southern Hemisphere, the cosmic choreography of launches is in full swing. The week ahead promises a packed schedule, with SpaceX set to launch four Falcon 9 missions, highlighting the company’s relentless pursuit of orbital dominance. The excitement begins with the much-anticipated Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) […]

SpaceX’s Starship represents a monumental leap in aerospace technology, and its point-to-point travel capability is no exception. A brainchild of Elon Musk’s vision for rapid global transit, this concept could revolutionize how we ponder about distance and time in travel. By using the rapidly reusable Starship vehicle, the goal is to make it possible for […]

As the fourth private Dragon mission to the International Space Station (ISS) approaches, anticipation is building around the Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission. Scheduled for launch on June 11 at 8:00 AM EDT, this mission is not just another notch in the remarkable journey of commercial spaceflight; it represents a historic gathering of astronauts from Poland, Hungary, […]

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. […]

Amidst the cosmic ballet of stars and planets, one exoplanet stands out with a tantalizing mystery that has recently caught the attention of scientists and the media alike: K2-18b. Nestled in the habitable zone of its host star, a red dwarf in the constellation Leo, K2-18b has reignited our hopes and questions regarding the existence […]

Starfish Space is on the cusp of a groundbreaking mission that aims to achieve the first commercial satellite docking in low Earth orbit (LEO). Dubbed Otter Pup 2, this mission will launch aboard the upcoming SpaceX Transporter-14 rideshare mission, marking a new chapter in satellite servicing technology. The uniqueness of Otter Pup 2 lies in […]

As the world of space exploration accelerates, May is set to be a thrilling month for orbital launches, featuring ambitious missions from five nations across three continents. The excitement is palpable as we see new players entering the stage alongside established giants. Australia’s Gilmour Space: Setting New Horizons Australia is making waves with its inaugural […]