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Sierra Space's Dream Chaser Faces Setbacks Amid Contract Changes

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Sierra Space's Dream Chaser Faces Setbacks Amid Contract Changes
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Sierra Space's Dream Chaser spaceplane, initially designed for ISS cargo resupply, faces a major shift after NASA removed its guaranteed purchase contract, leading the company to pivot towards defense and commercial markets with a free-flying demonstration planned for late 2026.

Topics:science#dream-chaser#iss-resupply#nasa#sierra-space#space-and-defense#spaceplane
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  1. Sierra Space’s spaceplane faces a reinvention after NASA contract change  TechCrunch
  2. NASA, Sierra Space Modify Commercial Resupply Services Contract  NASA (.gov)
  3. Sierra Space’s Dream Chaser debut mission delayed again, no longer docking to station  Spaceflight Now
  4. NASA modifies Dream Chaser ISS cargo contract as Sierra Space shifts to defense work  SpaceNews
  5. Sierra’s Dream Chaser is starting to resemble a nightmare  Ars Technica

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