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NASA assembling SLS for Artemis II as uncertainty looms for moon rocket’s future
Read full article: NASA assembling SLS for Artemis II as uncertainty looms for moon rocket’s futureThe launch may have been delayed again, but workers at Kennedy Space Center are still pressing ahead on getting the second Space Launch System rocket ready for its first crew.
How old are Saturn's rings? Study suggests they could be 4.5 billion years old just like the planet
Read full article: How old are Saturn's rings? Study suggests they could be 4.5 billion years old just like the planetNew research suggests that Saturn's rings may be older than they look — possibly as old as the planet.
Hypersonic missile launched in test at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, paving way for new weapons systems
Read full article: Hypersonic missile launched in test at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, paving way for new weapons systemsThe military successfully flight-tested a hypersonic missile from Florida’s Space Coast recently, which paves the way for the U.S. Army and Navy to utilize the long-awaited weapons system.
From Central Florida to Jupiter: NASA engineer inspires at Orlando Science Center event
Read full article: From Central Florida to Jupiter: NASA engineer inspires at Orlando Science Center eventNearly two months ago, NASA’s Europa Clipper mission launched from our Space Coast, setting off on a six-year journey to explore Jupiter’s moon, Europa.
WATCH LIVE: Winter Park couple to take another ride with Bezos’ Blue Origin to edge of space
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Winter Park couple to take another ride with Bezos’ Blue Origin to edge of spaceMarc and Sharon Hagle, who in 2022 became the first married couple to launch on a commercial space vehicle, are set to do it again.
Trump appears to be planning to attend SpaceX 'Starship' launch scheduled for Tuesday in Texas
Read full article: Trump appears to be planning to attend SpaceX 'Starship' launch scheduled for Tuesday in TexasPresident-elect Donald Trump appears to be planning to attend a SpaceX “Starship” rocket launch on Tuesday, in the latest indication of founder Elon Musk’s influence in the Republican’s orbit.
SpaceX breaks record, launches 73rd rocket of the year from Florida coast
Read full article: SpaceX breaks record, launches 73rd rocket of the year from Florida coastSpaceX broke a record with its 73rd launch of the year from Florida’s Space Coast with a successful liftoff of a Falcon 9 rocket on Saturday.
Can NASA’s continually delayed, billions-over-budget Artemis moon rocket survive?
Read full article: Can NASA’s continually delayed, billions-over-budget Artemis moon rocket survive?After yet another government oversight investigation revealing how costly and behind-schedule NASA’s multi-billion-dollar moon-bound baby really is, the ongoing question resurfaces: Can the Artemis mega-rocket survive, especially in the face of competition that continues to outshine the U.S. government’s deep space rocket?
SpaceX launches 1st Starlink mission from Florida coast since Hurricane Milton
Read full article: SpaceX launches 1st Starlink mission from Florida coast since Hurricane MiltonIn the first Falcon 9 liftoff since Hurricane Milton, SpaceX launched more internet satellites into orbit early Tuesday from the Cape.
Cape, Kennedy Space Center closed while assessing Hurricane Milton damage
Read full article: Cape, Kennedy Space Center closed while assessing Hurricane Milton damageCape Canaveral Space Force Station and the Kennedy Space Center remained closed to off-base personnel as workers continued surveying damage from Hurricane Milton.
WATCH AGAIN: ULA investigates issue after Vulcan rocket launch from Florida’s Space Coast
Read full article: WATCH AGAIN: ULA investigates issue after Vulcan rocket launch from Florida’s Space CoastUnited Launch Alliance’s Vulcan rocket is set to lift off Friday morning from Florida’s Space Coast for its final test flight needed for its certification process with the U.S. Space Force.
SpaceX temporarily halts Falcon 9 launches after anomaly during Crew-9 mission
Read full article: SpaceX temporarily halts Falcon 9 launches after anomaly during Crew-9 missionSpaceX has put a pause on Falcon 9 launches after reporting the second stage of the rocket used in Crew-9 experienced an off-nominal deorbit burn and landed in the ocean outside of its target area.
Spectators already camping out for SpaceX Crew-9 launch Saturday
Read full article: Spectators already camping out for SpaceX Crew-9 launch SaturdayWith NASA’s CREW-9 mission set for Saturday, Space View Park is expected to fill up with excited spectators eager to witness the historic launch. NASA reports that despite recent storms, preparations remain on schedule.
‘A long way from that:’ NASA not ‘writing off Boeing’ after Starliner mission failure
Read full article: ‘A long way from that:’ NASA not ‘writing off Boeing’ after Starliner mission failureNASA says it’s sticking with Boeing’s Starliner for future crewed missions despite the capsule’s failure to bring home two astronauts who remain stuck on the International Space Station.
The northern lights might again be visible in the US as solar activity increases. Here’s when and where
Read full article: The northern lights might again be visible in the US as solar activity increases. Here’s when and whereThe aurora borealis is continuing to dazzle viewers across the northern United States and Canada.
2 up, 4 down: Diminished Crew-9 to make room for stuck Starliner astronauts
Read full article: 2 up, 4 down: Diminished Crew-9 to make room for stuck Starliner astronautsThe next crew rotation to the International Space Station will launch with a pair of open seats to make room for the stuck Starliner astronauts.
Up close with the Space Balloon: Company shows off capsule after latest test flight
Read full article: Up close with the Space Balloon: Company shows off capsule after latest test flightThe closest access yet to how a balloon ride to the stratosphere will work was shared with reporters and Space Perspective employees Thursday as the company's Voyager ship docked with its Neptune capsule at Port Canaveral.
Giant space balloon ‘Spaceship Neptune-Excelsior’ completes 2nd test flight in Titusville
Read full article: Giant space balloon ‘Spaceship Neptune-Excelsior’ completes 2nd test flight in TitusvilleAfter completing its first test flight in 2021, Space Perspective announced it has successfully flown and landed its giant space balloon called “Spaceship Neptune-Excelsior.”
FAA proposes fine against SpaceX over unapproved launch plan changes
Read full article: FAA proposes fine against SpaceX over unapproved launch plan changesThe Federal Aviation Administration wants to fine SpaceX for allegedly failing to follow license requirements for two 2023 launches from Florida locations.
NASA’s Starliner astronauts will vote in the November election from space. Here’s how that works
Read full article: NASA’s Starliner astronauts will vote in the November election from space. Here’s how that worksNASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams may be on board the International Space Station for an extended stay after issues with Boeing Starliner, but that will not stop them from voting in the November election.
SpaceX announces Crew 9 launch date with 2-person crew from Space Coast
Read full article: SpaceX announces Crew 9 launch date with 2-person crew from Space CoastSpaceX released a new potential launch date for its Crew 9 mission. This launch will mark the first time a human spaceflight mission will take off from the Space Launch Complex-40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
SpaceX launches ‘BlueBirds’ communications satellites from Florida coast
Read full article: SpaceX launches ‘BlueBirds’ communications satellites from Florida coastThe launch is set to send five communications satellites — dubbed “BlueBirds” — for AST SpaceMobile into orbit from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
‘Another historical moment:’ Spectators gather for Polaris Dawn launch from Florida Space Coast
Read full article: ‘Another historical moment:’ Spectators gather for Polaris Dawn launch from Florida Space CoastSpaceX successfully launched its historic Polaris Dawn mission Tuesday morning from Kennedy Space Center.
Heavy lifting: Space Perspective capsule spotted at Port Canaveral
Read full article: Heavy lifting: Space Perspective capsule spotted at Port CanaveralOn Saturday, Space Perspective’s prototype capsule — that will one day take tourists to the edge of space — was lifted by crane onto the ship voyager.
SpaceX executes successful Starlink mission after being cleared to launch again
Read full article: SpaceX executes successful Starlink mission after being cleared to launch againAfter being grounded over an accident with its first-stage booster last week, SpaceX is once again launching Falcon 9 rockets.
FAA grounds SpaceX after rocket booster fails to land properly
Read full article: FAA grounds SpaceX after rocket booster fails to land properlyThe Federal Aviation Administration is requiring an investigation into what went wrong with the landing of a SpaceX rocket booster that launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station early Wednesday.
‘Spaceflight is risky:’ NASA decides Starliner astronauts will stay at space station until 2025
Read full article: ‘Spaceflight is risky:’ NASA decides Starliner astronauts will stay at space station until 2025NASA Administrator Bill Nelson has announced astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams will remain at the International Space Station until February 2025.
‘Could be extreme:’ Polaris Dawn crew to face harsh radiation environment in pursuit of altitude record
Read full article: ‘Could be extreme:’ Polaris Dawn crew to face harsh radiation environment in pursuit of altitude recordThe crew attempting the first commercial spacewalk next week will go further away from Earth than any astronauts since the final Apollo mission, but soaring three-and-a-half times higher than the International Space Station will come with additional risks.
WATCH LIVE: NASA to decide whether Starliner is safe enough to return with crew
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: NASA to decide whether Starliner is safe enough to return with crewNASA will decide this weekend whether Boeing's new capsule is safe enough to return two astronauts from the International Space Station, where they've been waiting since June.
‘Very pleased:’ Florida leaders react to Port Canaveral abandoning new cruise terminal plan
Read full article: ‘Very pleased:’ Florida leaders react to Port Canaveral abandoning new cruise terminal planThe day after a big change of plans for building a new cruise terminal, the state of Florida says it's happy Port Canaveral isn't favoring the giant cruise industry over another vital part of the local economy - space.
Cost nears $140M for Amazon’s ‘Project Kuiper’ site on Space Coast
Read full article: Cost nears $140M for Amazon’s ‘Project Kuiper’ site on Space CoastAmazon is investing another $19.5 million to build a storage and processing site at Kennedy Space Center for "Project Kuiper," an internet satellite constellation not unlike SpaceX's Starlink.
SpaceX sets new date for historic launch of Polaris Dawn. Here’s when to watch
Read full article: SpaceX sets new date for historic launch of Polaris Dawn. Here’s when to watchAs part of the mission, a four-person crew will go up aboard a Dragon capsule launched by a Falcon 9 rocket from the Kennedy Space Center.
Here’s what’s left before NASA decides if Starliner astronauts stay at space station until 2025
Read full article: Here’s what’s left before NASA decides if Starliner astronauts stay at space station until 2025NASA says it plans to complete two reviews before deciding whether astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams can leave the International Space Station before 2025.
Aiming high: Here are the milestones the Polaris Dawn crew hope to achieve in orbit
Read full article: Aiming high: Here are the milestones the Polaris Dawn crew hope to achieve in orbitThe Polaris Dawn mission will spend up to five days in orbit and plan to reach milestones for commercial spaceflight.
SpaceX, Polaris Dawn discuss ‘milestone mission’ from Space Coast
Read full article: SpaceX, Polaris Dawn discuss ‘milestone mission’ from Space CoastSpaceX and Polaris Dawn are scheduled to hold a press conference on Monday afternoon to discuss their mission planned to launch from Kennedy Space Center later this month.
NASA still deciding whether to keep 2 astronauts at space station until next year
Read full article: NASA still deciding whether to keep 2 astronauts at space station until next yearNASA says it's still deciding whether to keep two astronauts at the International Space Station until early next year and send their troubled Boeing capsule back empty.
New Mars study suggests an ocean's worth of water may be hiding beneath the red dusty surface
Read full article: New Mars study suggests an ocean's worth of water may be hiding beneath the red dusty surfaceA new study suggests Mars may be drenched beneath its surface, with enough water hiding in the cracks of underground rocks to form a global ocean.