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"SpaceX Sets New Record with 20th Falcon 9 Launch for Starlink Satellites"
SpaceX achieved a new milestone by successfully launching and landing a Falcon 9 rocket for the 20th time, breaking its own turnaround record with just 2 days, 19 hours, and 42 minutes between launches. The company's ability to rapidly reuse launch pads is crucial in meeting its goal of 144 launches in a year. The Falcon 9 booster that set the record, Booster 1062, has been flying for over 3 years and has completed various missions, including launching satellites and sending humans to orbit. SpaceX is now leading the global launch industry in mission cadence and payload mass sent to orbit, while established companies are lagging behind in implementing similar capabilities.
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"Boeing and NASA Set May 1 Date for Starliner's First Crewed Flight to Space Station"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Spaceflight Now
NASA and Boeing are targeting May 1 for the first crewed flight of the CST-100 Starliner spacecraft to the International Space Station, with astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams on board. The mission will launch atop a United Launch Alliance Atlas 5 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, with docking scheduled for May 2. The spacecraft's maneuverability will be tested during the trip, and lessons learned from previous test flights have led to improvements in the spacecraft's systems.
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Originally Published 1 year ago — by Ars Technica
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is set to undergo its first crewed test flight in May, seven years behind schedule. The test will involve NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams flying the Starliner to the International Space Station and back. This comes at a challenging time for Boeing, as the company has faced significant safety issues and a shakeup in leadership, with the CEO announcing his departure at the end of the year.
"Boeing's Starliner Cleared for First Astronaut Flight After Tape Removal"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gizmodo
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is set for its first crewed flight to the International Space Station in May, following the removal of safety hazards including flammable tape and parachute concerns. The spacecraft, part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program, has faced multiple delays and setbacks, but is now ready for launch with astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry “Butch” Wilmore on board. This marks a significant milestone for Boeing in its efforts to provide NASA with an alternative to relying solely on SpaceX for crewed missions to the ISS.
"Boeing Prepares Starliner Capsule for Inaugural Astronaut Launch"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo! Voices
Boeing has initiated the fueling process for its Starliner capsule in preparation for its first astronaut launch, the Crew Flight Test (CFT), scheduled for early May. The mission will carry NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore to the International Space Station for a 10-day stay. Despite previous technical issues, including problems with parachutes and wiring, Boeing and NASA officials are confident in the spacecraft's readiness for the upcoming mission.
"Final Launch: ULA's Delta IV Heavy NROL-70 Mission Prepares for Last Flight"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TESLARATI
United Launch Alliance's Delta IV Heavy is set to make its final flight, concluding over three decades of missions primarily for the United States government. The heavy variant, consisting of three Delta rockets, will carry a classified payload for the National Reconnaissance Office. The retirement of the Delta IV is attributed to the introduction of the more cost-effective Vulcan rocket, marking the end of an era for United Launch Alliance as it transitions to new launch capabilities.
"SpaceX Receives FAA Approval for Third Starship Launch"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNBC
SpaceX has been cleared by the FAA to attempt its third Starship test flight on Thursday morning, aiming to build on past prototype flights and demonstrate new capabilities, including opening and closing the spacecraft door, fuel transfer during flight, and a splashdown in the Indian Ocean. The company has made changes to the rocket following an investigation into the problems encountered during the second test flight in November, and plans to livestream the launch.
"SpaceX's Starship 3rd Test Flight: Updates and Viewing Guide"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TESLARATI
SpaceX is preparing for the potential 3rd test flight of Starship, targeting the morning of Thursday, March 14th, pending the launch license from the FAA. Teams have been working on preparing Ship 28 and Booster 10, with the Flight Termination System installed and scaffolding removed. The mission’s launch profile has been adjusted for a splash down just East of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean for increased public safety. NASA has suggested a fuel transfer demonstration, pending confirmation from SpaceX.
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Originally Published 1 year ago — by Supercar Blondie
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"Boeing Starliner's Crewed Flight to ISS Delayed to Early May"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TechSpot
Boeing's Starliner crewed flight to the International Space Station (ISS) has been delayed once again, this time due to scheduling conflicts, pushing the launch to early May. The mission aims to take two astronauts to the ISS for a brief stay before returning to Earth after one to two weeks. The Starliner program has faced a decade of delays and technical issues, but this latest delay is due to administrative reasons. Despite the setbacks, NASA will host news conferences on March 22 to discuss the mission's objectives and plans.
"Boeing's Starliner: Astronaut Launch Set for Spring Liftoff"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Ars Technica
Boeing's Starliner crew capsule is set to launch astronauts into orbit in April after addressing technical issues with its parachute deployment system and flammable tape. Engineers have redesigned critical components of the parachute system and removed flammable tape from the spacecraft. The upcoming Crew Flight Test is targeted for liftoff from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, with veteran NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams on board for a roughly 10-day test flight to the International Space Station.