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Commercial Space Companies

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space-exploration1 year ago

"Lunar Landings: The New Space Race Unveiled"

The race to explore the Moon has intensified with multiple nations and commercial companies aiming for lunar landings. China, India, Japan, and the United States are among the key players with ambitious plans for lunar exploration. Delays in Nasa's Artemis program have sparked competition with China, while commercial companies like Astrobotic and Intuitive Machines are also vying for lunar missions. The prospect of a lunar economy is emerging, with an increasing number of space start-ups and collaborations aiming to stimulate demand for affordable lunar satellite missions.

space2 years ago

"Spaceflight Companies Warn: Excessive Regulations Jeopardize US Space Dominance"

Blue Origin, SpaceX, and Virgin Galactic, along with two experts, testified at a Congressional hearing, urging for regulatory improvements in the commercial space sector. The companies argued that the current regulatory framework, known as "Part 450," is hindering growth and innovation in the industry and putting the US at risk of losing its lead in spaceflight. They called for a more streamlined process, increased resources for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and an extension of the learning period to ensure safety and allow for continued development. The hearing mainly focused on the FAA's Office of Commercial Space Transportation and its role in issuing launch licenses.