Next SpaceX rocket launch from Florida may trigger sonic booms in The Bahamas
Read full article: Next SpaceX rocket launch from Florida may trigger sonic booms in The BahamasThe Falcon 9 rocket will lift off from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The launch window is scheduled between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Despite airspace, sonic boom concerns, FAA OKs Starship environmental plan for Florida
Read full article: Despite airspace, sonic boom concerns, FAA OKs Starship environmental plan for FloridaThe Federal Aviation Administration released its final environmental impact statement for Starship on Friday, despite concerns about airspace closures disrupting commercial flights and sonic booms disrupting surrounding communities.
No ‘schedule pressure’ after Artemis II moon mission delay, NASA says
Read full article: No ‘schedule pressure’ after Artemis II moon mission delay, NASA saysNASA’s associate administrator, the agency’s highest ranking civil servant, says there’s no pressure to launch a long-awaited crewed mission around the moon following a new delay to the lunar fly-by.
Everything about NASA Artemis II moon mission: Space shuttle parts, delays, astronauts, more
Read full article: Everything about NASA Artemis II moon mission: Space shuttle parts, delays, astronauts, moreArtemis II will send four astronauts around the moon in the first crewed flight test of the Space Launch System rocket and the Orion Spacecraft.
NASA hit by fuel leaks during a practice countdown of the moon rocket that will fly with astronauts
Read full article: NASA hit by fuel leaks during a practice countdown of the moon rocket that will fly with astronautsNASA has run into exasperating fuel leaks in a make-or-break test of the moon rocket that's supposed to send astronauts on a lunar fly-around.
Experience space life, training at Orlando Science Center’s new astronaut exhibit
Read full article: Experience space life, training at Orlando Science Center’s new astronaut exhibitMission: Astronaut features six immersive zones where guests can train like astronauts, conduct experiments, and explore the future of space travel.
NASA and families of fallen astronauts mark 40th anniversary of space shuttle Challenger accident
Read full article: NASA and families of fallen astronauts mark 40th anniversary of space shuttle Challenger accidentFamilies of the astronauts lost in the space shuttle Challenger accident are marking that tragic day 40 years ago.
NASA astronaut who was stuck at the space station for months retires within a year of returning
Read full article: NASA astronaut who was stuck at the space station for months retires within a year of returningNASA's Suni Williams — one of two astronauts stuck for months at the International Space Station — has retired.
‘Just around the corner:’ NASA prepares Artemis II for rollout to launch pad at Kennedy Space Center
Read full article: ‘Just around the corner:’ NASA prepares Artemis II for rollout to launch pad at Kennedy Space CenterNASA announced it is preparing to roll out the Artemis II rocket and Orion spacecraft from the Vehicle Assembly Building to Launch Pad 39B at Kennedy Space Center no earlier than Jan. 17, marking a major milestone toward the first crewed mission of the Artemis program.
‘Gradatim Ferociter!’ Jeff Bezos welcomes Ex-ULA CEO Bruno to Blue Origin in new role
Read full article: ‘Gradatim Ferociter!’ Jeff Bezos welcomes Ex-ULA CEO Bruno to Blue Origin in new roleEarlier this week, News 6 told you that Tory Bruno, the CEO for United Launch Alliance, had left the company to pursue a new opportunity. Now we know what it is — he went to Blue Origin.
FIRST LOOK: Fraggle Rock reaches new heights in Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex live show
Read full article: FIRST LOOK: Fraggle Rock reaches new heights in Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex live showIn a first-of-its-kind collaboration between the Jim Henson Company and NASA, the Emmy Award-winning Fraggles leave their underground caves to explore the wonders of today’s NASA.
Longtime United Launch Alliance CEO Tory Bruno resigns
Read full article: Longtime United Launch Alliance CEO Tory Bruno resignsTory Bruno, who led ULA since 2014 and oversaw the development of the Vulcan rocket, resigned Monday to “pursue another opportunity,” according to a joint statement by the ULA board chairs for Lockheed Martin and Boeing.
SpaceX wins approval to redevelop historic pad for Starship flights from Florida coast
Read full article: SpaceX wins approval to redevelop historic pad for Starship flights from Florida coastThe Department of the Air Force has approved SpaceX’s plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station for Starship-Super Heavy operations, paving the way for dozens of launches and landings each year from Florida’s Space Coast.
US-Russian crew of 3 starts 8-month mission on the International Space Station
Read full article: US-Russian crew of 3 starts 8-month mission on the International Space StationA U.S.-Russian crew of three has started a mission at the International Space Station after their launch on a Russian spacecraft.
Florida draft permit would let Blue Origin send rocket wastewater to Indian River Lagoon
Read full article: Florida draft permit would let Blue Origin send rocket wastewater to Indian River LagoonFlorida’s Department of Environmental Protection is preparing to allow the company to discharge thousands of gallons of wastewater every day, according to a public notice released by the state on Nov. 18. Meanwhile, the county is considering renewing a tax to continue cleaning up the lagoon.
SpaceX ties Florida Space Coast record with 93rd orbital launch in 2025
Read full article: SpaceX ties Florida Space Coast record with 93rd orbital launch in 2025The Falcon 9 rocket, carrying 29 more Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit, lifted off from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center at 3:10 a.m. on Sunday.
‘Restrictions on space launches:’ Fewer flights at airports to impact spaceflight, too, FAA says
Read full article: ‘Restrictions on space launches:’ Fewer flights at airports to impact spaceflight, too, FAA saysWith the government shutdown extending into a second month, there are some new concerns about how the space industry could be impacted.
Did you see November’s supermoon? If not, here’s when to catch the next one
Read full article: Did you see November’s supermoon? If not, here’s when to catch the next oneThis supermoon was extra special — at just 221,823 miles from Earth, it appeared noticeably larger and brighter than an average full moon, which sits about 238,900 miles away.
Trump once again nominates tech space traveler Jared Isaacman to serve as NASA administrator
Read full article: Trump once again nominates tech space traveler Jared Isaacman to serve as NASA administratorPresident Donald Trump is nominating Jared Isaacman to serve as his NASA administrator after all.
NASA reopening contract for Artemis moon landing vehicle as SpaceX Starship delays persist
Read full article: NASA reopening contract for Artemis moon landing vehicle as SpaceX Starship delays persistSpaceX’s plan to land NASA astronauts on the moon for Artemis III is on shaky ground after the space agency’s head announced plans to open the $4.4 billion contract to other companies.
Atlas V rocket launches Amazon’s Project Kuiper mission from Florida’s Space Coast
Read full article: Atlas V rocket launches Amazon’s Project Kuiper mission from Florida’s Space CoastULA’s Atlas V rocket is set to deliver another batch of Project Kuiper satellites into orbit for Amazon on Thursday morning, according to the company.
Predicting the next solar storm: New satellite launching into space to play critical role
Read full article: Predicting the next solar storm: New satellite launching into space to play critical roleThis satellite will play a critical role in detecting solar storms before they reach Earth, giving scientists, satellite operators and power grid managers more time to respond to potential disruptions.
VIDEO: SpaceX launches NASA mission from Florida
Read full article: VIDEO: SpaceX launches NASA mission from FloridaA cluster of space weather satellites blasted off Wednesday morning to cast fresh eyes on solar storms that can produce stunning auroras but also scramble communications and threaten astronauts in flight.
Spacecraft engine snafu delays docking at space station. Here’s what happened
Read full article: Spacecraft engine snafu delays docking at space station. Here’s what happenedA critical resupply mission to the International Space Station hits a snag when the Cygnus XL spacecraft experiences an engine shutdown.
New findings by NASA Mars rover provide strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life
Read full article: New findings by NASA Mars rover provide strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient lifeNASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life.
‘Keep it in Texas:’ Locals worry about environment, public safety at Starship meeting
Read full article: ‘Keep it in Texas:’ Locals worry about environment, public safety at Starship meetingAs SpaceX celebrated its tenth test launch Starship launches 10th flight test of its giant rocket expected to land astronauts on the moon, not everyone is just as excited about Starship’s future.