SpaceX & NASA Confirm August 18 Launch for Crew-9 Mission to ISS
SpaceX and NASA confirm Crew-9 mission to the ISS launching on August 18, resuming flights after Falcon 9’s FAA clearance.
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SpaceX & NASA Gear Up for Crew-9 Mission to ISS on August 18
SpaceX and NASA announce Crew-9 mission to ISS set for August 18, marking continued collaboration despite recent Falcon 9 setback.
Science Saturday: Mammoth DNA, Rare Black Hole & SpaceX Updates
This Science Saturday covers breakthroughs in ancient DNA, a rare black hole discovery, a failed pig kidney transplant, and a SpaceX Falcon 9 investigation.
Elon Musk Moves SpaceX and X Headquarters to Texas Amid California Policy Changes
Elon Musk announced the relocation of SpaceX and X headquarters from California to Texas in response to California’s new law on student gender identity disclosures.
SpaceX Grounds Falcon 9 After Starlink Satellite Failure
SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket has been grounded by the FAA after a failure led to the loss of Starlink satellites, marking the first such incident in over seven years.
SpaceX’s Falcon 9 Rocket Grounded After Starlink Launch Failure
SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket was grounded by US aviation regulators after an engine failure caused Starlink satellites to deploy into a lower orbit. The FAA is investigating the issue, with no public safety concerns reported.
Astronauts Confident in Boeing’s Starliner for Safe Return to Earth
NASA astronauts aboard Boeing’s Starliner remain confident in returning to Earth by July despite technical setbacks, while enjoying extended time on the ISS.
SpaceX Polaris Dawn: Pioneering First All-Civilian Spacewalk
SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission, funded by Jared Isaacman, plans the first all-civilian spacewalk and aims to reach 700 km orbit, the highest since Apollo.
Starliner’s ISS Return Delayed as NASA and Boeing Review Propulsion Systems
NASA and Boeing delay Starliner’s return from the ISS to reassess its propulsion system, ensuring it joins SpaceX’s Crew Dragon as a reliable spacecraft for astronauts.
SpaceX’s Starship Makes Historic First Ocean Splashdown
SpaceX’s Starship made history with its first ocean splashdown during its fourth flight test. Despite challenges during reentry, the massive rocket successfully landed in the ocean, marking a significant milestone for future space missions.