NASA finalizes science plans for Artemis 2 lunar flyby
WASHINGTON — As Artemis 2 approaches the moon, a NASA science team is finalizing plans for the observations they want the astronauts to perform during…
Second New Glenn launch set for Nov. 9
ORLANDO, Fla. — Blue Origin says the second launch of its New Glenn rocket, carrying a pair of NASA Mars spacecraft, is scheduled for Nov. 9.…
Rocket Lab launches sixth iQPS satellite
ORLANDO, Fla. — A Rocket Lab Electron rocket launched a radar imaging satellite for Japanese company iQPS on Nov. 5. The Electron lifted off…
Iceye unveils ‘guaranteed’ imagery service as satellite firms vie for defense customers
WASHINGTON — The global race to supply governments with commercial satellite imagery is accelerating as defense agencies seek faster, more…
ESA advances ERS program, marking shift toward dual-use and defense
Milan — The European Space Agency has refined its plan for the European Resilience from Space (ERS) program, outlining a €1 billion ($1.15…
Astranis unveils Vanguard for secure beyond-line-of-sight satellite communications
TAMPA, Fla. — Astranis announced plans Nov. 5 to roll out a mobile ad-hoc network service called Vanguard, using its small geostationary…
Reflex Aerospace raises 50 million euros
WASHINGTON — German satellite manufacturer Reflex Aerospace has raised 50 million euros ($57.4 million) as it rides a growing wave of interest…
Accelerate U.S. lunar exploration with a robotic sample return campaign
A realistic and cost-effective path for the United States to advance the exploration and development of the moon, and to keep our nation in…
Crafting a Democratic space policy in the Trump era
In space policy today, Republican views dominate. The party holds majorities in the House and Senate, while the White House is stretching — or…
The race to defend satellites from cyberattacks
A small satellite named Deloitte-1 is hunting for hackers in orbit. Launched in March, it’s the first of nine spacecraft the consulting firm…