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The Vega rocket never found its commercial niche. After tonight, it’s gone.
Enlarge / The final Vega rocket on its launch pad in Kourou, French Guiana. The final flight of Europe’s Vega…
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NASA’s Starliner decision was the right one, but it’s a crushing blow for Boeing
Falling short — It’s unlikely Boeing can fly all six of its Starliner missions before retirement of the ISS in…
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After months of mulling, NASA will decide on Starliner return this weekend
Standby for news — “The agency flight readiness review is where any formal dissents are presented and reconciled.” Stephen Clark…
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NASA wants clarity on Orion heat shield issue before stacking Artemis II rocket
Enlarge / The Orion spacecraft for the Artemis II mission, comprising its crew and service modules, was lifted into a…
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A mid-September test flight of Vulcan could permit a military launch this year
Scheduling — ULA looks to have a good shot at making its Vulcan rocket operational this year. Stephen Clark –…
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Armada to Apophis—scientists recycle old ideas for rare asteroid encounter
Tick-tock — “It will miss the Earth. It will miss the Earth. It will miss the Earth.” Stephen Clark –…
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NATO allies pledge $1 billion to promote sharing of space-based intel
Breaking barriers — Agreement marks the largest investment in space-based capabilities in NATO’s history. Stephen Clark – Jul 13, 2024…
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NASA update on Starliner thruster issues: This is fine
Enlarge / Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft on final approach to the International Space Station last month. Before clearing Boeing’s Starliner crew…
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Rocket Report: Firefly delivers for NASA; Polaris Dawn launching this month
No holds barred — The all-private Polaris Dawn spacewalk mission is set for launch no earlier than July 31. Stephen…
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NASA and SpaceX misjudged the risks from reentering space junk
Enlarge / A European ATV cargo freighter reenters the atmosphere over the Pacific Ocean in 2013. Since the beginning of…
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