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NASA seeks commercial options for Hubble’s future, including reboost, servicing or controlled deorbit

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NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has addressed the debate over the Hubble Space Telescope’s long-term future as the agency seeks commercial input on possible paths forward. Its request for information asks companies to assess options ranging from reboosting or servicing the observatory to carrying out a controlled deorbit.

Discovered 2026-11-03T05:15:31.466677-08:00 | 2026-11-03T05:15:31.466677-08:00

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  • NASA is testing whether commercial providers can offer viable options for Hubble’s future, potentially creating a role for industry in servicing or moving a major science observatory.
  • The request spans reboost, servicing and controlled deorbit—distinct approaches with different implications for the telescope’s continued operation and eventual retirement.

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