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Landspace Achieves Milestone with Successful Recovery of Zhuque-3 Rocket Booster

Landspace has successfully landed the first stage of its Zhuque-3 rocket after its second orbital launch, marking a significant technical milestone for the company and the broader aerospace industry. This achievement demonstrates Landspace"s capability to recover and potentially reuse its orbital boosters, paving the way for more efficient and cost-effective space missions.

about 2 months ago60/100
CASCLandspace
TechnologyEngineering

Rocket Lab to Demonstrate Space Force"s Space Data Network Connection in Orbit

Rocket Lab has been awarded a $12 million contract to test the U.S. Space Force"s Space Data Network connection in orbit using its Photon spacecraft in 2027, demonstrating secure optical communications interoperability between satellites and ground systems. This effort is part of a larger military communications architecture designed to facilitate large volumes of data transfer among satellites and between space and the ground.

about 2 months ago60/100
SpaceXRocket LabNorthrop Grumman
Commercial SpaceIndustry

Astronauts Conduct Spacewalk to Remove Failed Antenna from International Space Station

NASA astronaut Anil Menon and European Space Agency astronaut Sophie Adenot performed a 6-hour and 23-minute spacewalk to remove a failed space-to-ground antenna from the International Space Station, but were unable to install a spare due to time constraints. The successful removal of the faulty antenna marks an important maintenance milestone for the ISS.

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NASAEuropean Space Agency
MissionsSpace Exploration

US Space Force Sees Significant Budget Increase for Fiscal 2027

The Trump administration's proposed fiscal 2027 defense budget allocates $71.3 billion to the US Space Force, representing a 120% increase over the previous year, with significant investments in space-based air-moving target indication and the Space Data Network. This substantial boost in funding is expected to enhance the Space Force's capabilities in detecting and tracking aircraft from orbit.

about 2 months ago60/100
Space ForceThe Aerospace Corporation
Policy & RegulationRegulation

SpaceX Launches Additional Starlink Satellites to Low Earth Orbit

On August 18, 2026, SpaceX successfully launched a batch of 24 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, targeting low Earth orbit and marking the 12th flight of the Falcon 9 first stage booster B1097. This launch is part of SpaceX"s ongoing efforts to expand its Starlink megaconstellation, a large group of satellites providing broadband internet services.

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SpaceX
LaunchesOrbital Operations

Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes Unveil Detailed Image of Black Eye Galaxy

The Hubble Space Telescope and James Webb Space Telescope have collaborated to capture a composite image of the Black Eye Galaxy, showcasing its unique internal motion and providing valuable insights into the galaxy's structure. This achievement demonstrates the capabilities of these telescopes in observing distant galaxies and expanding our understanding of the universe.

about 2 months ago40/100
NASAESACSA
ScienceResearch

China Successfully Completes Back-to-Back Space Missions Following Long March 7A Rocket Explosion

China has bounced back from a recent Long March 7A rocket explosion by completing two successful space missions, launching 24 internet satellites into low Earth orbit and delivering the SEO satellite for the United Arab Emirates to its planned orbit. These launches demonstrate China"s capabilities in space exploration and its commitment to advancing its space program.

about 2 months ago40/100
China National Space AdministrationChina Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC)United Arab Emirates
LaunchesOrbital Operations

L3Harris Appoints New CEO Amidst Leadership Transition and Strategic Restructuring

L3Harris Technologies has named Sam Mehta as its new chief executive officer, following the departure of Christopher Kubasik, and is positioning itself for increased growth in missile defense and national security space programs. This leadership transition occurs amidst significant strategic moves, including the planned public offering of its Missile Solutions business and a major investment from the Defense Department.

about 2 months ago20/100
NASAL3HarrisCollins Aerospace
News

China Successfully Launches Guowang Satellites and UAE Satellite, Reaching New Milestone

China has launched the 24th operational batch of its Guowang megaconstellation satellites, bringing the total number in orbit to 195, and also launched a satellite for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on a separate rocket. This achievement marks a significant step forward for China's space program and highlights its growing capabilities in the aerospace industry.

about 2 months ago60/100
CASCCGWICUAE Space Agency
LaunchesOrbital Operations

Satellite Operators Secure Launch Capacity Amidst Constrained Market

Satellite operators such as AST SpaceMobile, HawkEye 360, and Spire Global have secured launch deals with prominent launch providers like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and United Launch Alliance to ensure the deployment of their constellations in a constrained market. This strategic move highlights the importance of launch capacity planning for satellite operators amidst rising demand and limited supply.

about 2 months ago40/100
SpaceXBlue OriginUnited Launch Alliance
MissionsSpace Exploration
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