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Rocket Lab’s Neutron Rocket to Land at Sea, First Launch Set for 2025
Rocket Lab has announced that its Neutron rocket will launch in late 2025, aiming to address the growing demand for medium-lift launch services. The rocket will be recovered at sea using a modified offshore barge, enhancing mission flexibility. The company has also introduced a new satellite platform, Flatellite, designed for large-scale satellite ...
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SpaceX Starship Flight 8: Booster Caught, Upper Stage Lost Again in Mid-Flight
SpaceX launched its eighth Starship test flight from Starbase, Texas, on March 6. While the Super Heavy booster executed a successful landing and was caught by the launch tower arms, the upper stage suffered multiple engine failures and was lost mid-flight. This marked the second consecutive test where the upper stage failed to complete its traject...
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Elon Musk's SpaceX Faces Another Setback, Starship Explodes In Space
The new setback could fuel questions over Elon Musk's attention to his space company, as the billionaire spends most of his time leading Donald Trump's government overhaul efforts.
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Firefly Blue Ghost Moon Lander Successfully Lands on Moon for NASA Mission
Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost lander has successfully landed on the Moon, marking a major milestone in private space exploration. Part of NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program, the mission aims to study radiation levels, test lunar sample collection, and capture a total solar eclipse. The spacecraft, which landed in Mare Cris...
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SpaceX Falcon 9 Lands Near The Bahamas for First Time After Starlink Launch
SpaceX made history as its Falcon 9 rocket successfully landed near The Bahamas for the first time. The launch, which took place from Cape Canaveral, delivered 23 Starlink satellites into orbit. This event follows a new agreement between SpaceX and The Bahamas, allowing the company to explore new orbital trajectories. The reusable Falcon 9 booster ...
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Global Rocket Launches Reach Record High in 2024, With More Growth Expected in 2025
A total of 259 rocket launches took place in 2024, continuing a four-year trend of increasing spaceflight activity. SpaceX led the surge with 132 Falcon 9 launches, contributing to satellite deployments for Starlink and military purposes. Other nations, including Russia and China, also expanded their launch operations. In 2025, new rockets from Blu...
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NASA Looks for Private Partners To Revive VIPER Moon Rover Mission
NASA is inviting private companies to collaborate on deploying the VIPER moon rover, initially halted due to budget constraints. The rover, designed to locate lunar water ice, was previously set to launch aboard Astrobotic’s Griffin lander. Companies must submit proposals by February 20, 2025, with final selections expected mid-year. Chosen firms...
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Rocket Lab Delays IoT Satellite Launch to Ensure Safe Trajectory in Space
Rocket Lab has postponed its "IOT 4 You and Me" mission to avoid potential collisions with satellites and the International Space Station. This mission, set to deploy five IoT satellites, marks Rocket Lab's first launch of 2025. The company is taking extra precautions to monitor space traffic and ensure the rocket follows a safe trajectory. The sat...
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NASA Finalises Crew for Axiom Space's Fourth Private Astronaut Mission in 2025
Axiom Space, in collaboration with NASA, has finalised the crew for its fourth private astronaut mission, scheduled for launch in spring 2025. The crew will spend up to 14 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This mission will mark a significant milestone, with the first-ever ISRO astronaut onboard, as well as the first Polish and Hun...
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Donald Trump Asks Elon Musk to Help Rescue 'Stranded' Sunita Williams
SpaceX founder Elon Musk has confirmed that his company will be responsible for returning astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore from the International Space Station (ISS) in late March 2025. The astronauts were originally scheduled to return in June 2024 but were delayed due to technical issues with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. NASA had ...
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SpaceX Falcon 9 Deploys 21 Starlink Satellites, Enhancing Mobile Connectivity
SpaceX launched 21 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit from Cape Canaveral on January 27, 2025, at 5:05 p.m. EST. Among these, 13 satellites feature Direct-to-Cell technology designed to enhance mobile connectivity. The Falcon 9 rocket used for the mission was powered by a first-stage booster completing its 20th successful flight. This booster...
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SpaceX Achieves 400 Orbital Rocket Landings with Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy
SpaceX achieved its 400th orbital-class rocket landing with Falcon 9 leading the charge. The company’s focus on reusable technology has reshaped space exploration, with Falcon Heavy contributing through multi-booster landings. Starship development also continues, aiming to support human missions to the moon and Mars. This milestone underlines Spa...
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Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 Nears Supersonic Milestone with Mach 0.95 Test Flight
Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 demonstrator reached a significant milestone in its 11th test flight, hitting Mach 0.95 at a low altitude of 8,986 metres. The test, conducted on January 10, 2025, not only demonstrated the aircraft’s ability to handle extreme air pressure but also moved the company closer to achieving supersonic speeds. This breakthrough...
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SpaceX’s Starship Explodes Over Atlantic Ocean After Successful Booster Landing
The seventh flight test of SpaceX's Starship vehicle ended in failure as the upper stage exploded over the Atlantic Ocean after separating from the Super Heavy booster. Despite the failure, SpaceX successfully landed the booster using its "chopstick" arms, marking a milestone in reusable rocket technology. The cause of the explosion is under invest...
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Private US, Japanese Lunar Landers Launch On Single Rocket
One rocket, two missions: lunar landers built by US and Japanese companies launched their "rideshare" to the Moon, showcasing the private sector's growing role in space exploration.
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Rocket Lab’s Neutron Rocket to Land at Sea, First Launch Set for 2025
Rocket Lab has announced that its Neutron rocket will launch in late 2025, aiming to address the growing demand for medium-lift launch services. The rocket will be recovered at sea using a modified offshore barge, enhancing mission flexibility. The company has also introduced a new satellite platform, Flatellite, designed for large-scale satellite ...
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SpaceX Starship Flight 8: Booster Caught, Upper Stage Lost Again in Mid-Flight
SpaceX launched its eighth Starship test flight from Starbase, Texas, on March 6. While the Super Heavy booster executed a successful landing and was caught by the launch tower arms, the upper stage suffered multiple engine failures and was lost mid-flight. This marked the second consecutive test where the upper stage failed to complete its traject...
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Elon Musk's SpaceX Faces Another Setback, Starship Explodes In Space
The new setback could fuel questions over Elon Musk's attention to his space company, as the billionaire spends most of his time leading Donald Trump's government overhaul efforts.
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Firefly Blue Ghost Moon Lander Successfully Lands on Moon for NASA Mission
Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost lander has successfully landed on the Moon, marking a major milestone in private space exploration. Part of NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program, the mission aims to study radiation levels, test lunar sample collection, and capture a total solar eclipse. The spacecraft, which landed in Mare Cris...
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SpaceX Falcon 9 Lands Near The Bahamas for First Time After Starlink Launch
SpaceX made history as its Falcon 9 rocket successfully landed near The Bahamas for the first time. The launch, which took place from Cape Canaveral, delivered 23 Starlink satellites into orbit. This event follows a new agreement between SpaceX and The Bahamas, allowing the company to explore new orbital trajectories. The reusable Falcon 9 booster ...
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Global Rocket Launches Reach Record High in 2024, With More Growth Expected in 2025
A total of 259 rocket launches took place in 2024, continuing a four-year trend of increasing spaceflight activity. SpaceX led the surge with 132 Falcon 9 launches, contributing to satellite deployments for Starlink and military purposes. Other nations, including Russia and China, also expanded their launch operations. In 2025, new rockets from Blu...
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NASA Looks for Private Partners To Revive VIPER Moon Rover Mission
NASA is inviting private companies to collaborate on deploying the VIPER moon rover, initially halted due to budget constraints. The rover, designed to locate lunar water ice, was previously set to launch aboard Astrobotic’s Griffin lander. Companies must submit proposals by February 20, 2025, with final selections expected mid-year. Chosen firms...
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Rocket Lab Delays IoT Satellite Launch to Ensure Safe Trajectory in Space
Rocket Lab has postponed its "IOT 4 You and Me" mission to avoid potential collisions with satellites and the International Space Station. This mission, set to deploy five IoT satellites, marks Rocket Lab's first launch of 2025. The company is taking extra precautions to monitor space traffic and ensure the rocket follows a safe trajectory. The sat...
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NASA Finalises Crew for Axiom Space's Fourth Private Astronaut Mission in 2025
Axiom Space, in collaboration with NASA, has finalised the crew for its fourth private astronaut mission, scheduled for launch in spring 2025. The crew will spend up to 14 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This mission will mark a significant milestone, with the first-ever ISRO astronaut onboard, as well as the first Polish and Hun...
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Donald Trump Asks Elon Musk to Help Rescue 'Stranded' Sunita Williams
SpaceX founder Elon Musk has confirmed that his company will be responsible for returning astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore from the International Space Station (ISS) in late March 2025. The astronauts were originally scheduled to return in June 2024 but were delayed due to technical issues with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. NASA had ...
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SpaceX Falcon 9 Deploys 21 Starlink Satellites, Enhancing Mobile Connectivity
SpaceX launched 21 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit from Cape Canaveral on January 27, 2025, at 5:05 p.m. EST. Among these, 13 satellites feature Direct-to-Cell technology designed to enhance mobile connectivity. The Falcon 9 rocket used for the mission was powered by a first-stage booster completing its 20th successful flight. This booster...
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SpaceX Achieves 400 Orbital Rocket Landings with Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy
SpaceX achieved its 400th orbital-class rocket landing with Falcon 9 leading the charge. The company’s focus on reusable technology has reshaped space exploration, with Falcon Heavy contributing through multi-booster landings. Starship development also continues, aiming to support human missions to the moon and Mars. This milestone underlines Spa...
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Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 Nears Supersonic Milestone with Mach 0.95 Test Flight
Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 demonstrator reached a significant milestone in its 11th test flight, hitting Mach 0.95 at a low altitude of 8,986 metres. The test, conducted on January 10, 2025, not only demonstrated the aircraft’s ability to handle extreme air pressure but also moved the company closer to achieving supersonic speeds. This breakthrough...
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SpaceX’s Starship Explodes Over Atlantic Ocean After Successful Booster Landing
The seventh flight test of SpaceX's Starship vehicle ended in failure as the upper stage exploded over the Atlantic Ocean after separating from the Super Heavy booster. Despite the failure, SpaceX successfully landed the booster using its "chopstick" arms, marking a milestone in reusable rocket technology. The cause of the explosion is under invest...
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Private US, Japanese Lunar Landers Launch On Single Rocket
One rocket, two missions: lunar landers built by US and Japanese companies launched their "rideshare" to the Moon, showcasing the private sector's growing role in space exploration.
