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NASA delays launch of heliophysics missions

NASA is delaying the launch of three missions to study the sun by several months because of issues with the primary payload. The post NASA delays launch of heliophysics missions appeared first on SpaceNews..

Live Coverage: SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to launch 21 Starlink satellites from Kennedy Space Center

SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Kennedy Space Center in the midnight hour on Monday to add another 21 satellites to its orbiting Starlink fleet. Liftoff of the Starlink 12-2 mission from pad 39A is scheduled for 12:35 a.m. EST (0535 UTC). .

Liechtenstein signs the Artemis Accords

Liechtenstein became the latest country to sign the Artemis Accords Dec. 20, bringing the total number of signatories to more than half of a UN body. The post Liechtenstein signs the Artemis Accords appeared first on SpaceNews..

Parker Solar Probe to make closest approach yet to the sun

A NASA spacecraft is performing better than expected as it makes its closest approach to the sun this week. The post Parker Solar Probe to make closest approach yet to the sun appeared first on SpaceNews..

The Space Rapid Capabilities Office: unlocking the power of collaboration for national defense

The United States Space Force is a critical component of our nation’s defense. As the newest branch of the U.S. military, the Space Force is responsible for protecting and defending […] The post The Space Rapid Capabilities Office: unlocking the power of collaboration for national defense appeared first on SpaceNews..

Constellr CEO Dr. Max Gulde Details DLR Partnership

On 9 December, German Earth observation data provider constellr announced a multi-year contract with the German Aerospace Agency (DLR) to supply high-resolution thermal data. Dr. Max Gulde, CEO of constellr, shares insights into this partnership and highlights what makes the company’s offering unique. Can you elaborate on the specific objectives of the partnership with DLR […] The post Constellr CEO Dr. Max Gulde Details DLR Partnership appeared first on European Spaceflight..

SpaceX launches second mid-inclination rideshare mission

SpaceX launched 30 satellites Dec. 21 on the second in a series of dedicated rideshare missions to mid-inclination orbits. The post SpaceX launches second mid-inclination rideshare mission appeared first on SpaceNews..

Gold: With 52 Members, Artemis Accords Now Represent Global Consensus

Thailand and Liechtenstein just joined the Artemis Accords, bringing the number of signatories to 52.  Mike Gold, who was instrumental in creating the Accords, considers that a significant milestone because […].

Rocket Lab launches sixth Synspective radar imaging satellite

A Rocket Lab Electron successfully launched a radar satellite for Synspective Dec. 21, days after that Japanese company lifted off on the stock market. The post Rocket Lab launches sixth Synspective radar imaging satellite appeared first on SpaceNews..

Shutdown Avoided

A government shutdown has been avoided as Congress finally passed a new Continuing Resolution at the last minute keeping the government open through mid-March. The House approved the same bill […].