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space-technology1 year ago•3 min saved

"Varda Secures Reentry License for Space Manufacturing Capsule"

Varda Space Industries has received a reentry license from the FAA for its W-Series 1 spacecraft, allowing the company to land a capsule containing pharmaceutical experiments at the Utah Test and Training Range. The capsule is scheduled to return on Feb. 21, following the spacecraft's launch in June on a SpaceX rideshare mission. This marks the first time the FAA has granted a Part 450 reentry license, and Varda also has an agreement with Southern Launch for future capsule returns at the Koonibba Test Range in Australia.

via SpaceNews|

#faa #pharmaceutical-experiments #reentry-license

space2 years ago•2 min saved

Varda's Orbiting Experiment Capsule Barred from Reentry

Varda Space Industries' commercial spacecraft, which has been in orbit for two months longer than planned, is unable to return to Earth due to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the US Air Force denying the company's request for a reentry license. The spacecraft was designed to demonstrate the production of commercial materials, particularly pharmaceuticals, in a recoverable capsule. Varda's application for a commercial reentry license was turned down by the FAA for non-compliance with regulatory requirements. The company has requested reconsideration, and alternative recovery options are being explored. The FAA's Office of Commercial Space Operations has seen a significant increase in commercial launch licenses, driven primarily by SpaceX's activities.

via Ars Technica|

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space2 years ago•1 min saved

Varda Denied Reentry and Recovery Permission by USAF and FAA

Varda Space Industries, a company specializing in in-space manufacturing, has been denied permission by the US Air Force and the FAA to bring its manufacturing spacecraft and return capsule back to Earth. The FAA cited safety concerns and non-compliance with regulatory requirements as reasons for the denial. Varda is working to address these concerns and has requested a reconsideration from the FAA.

via Payload|

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