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Astrotech Secures $77.5M Contract to Boost Satellite Launch Infrastructure

Astrotech, a Lockheed Martin subsidiary, has been awarded a $77.5 million contract to enhance pre-launch satellite processing at Vandenberg. This contract aims to support the growing military and commercial launch demands, including National Security Space priorities and U.S. Space Force capabilities.

2025-04-27T04:01:52.316224-07:00

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SpaceX Advances Starlink Constellation with Dual Falcon 9 Launches

2025-04-26T06:42:47.345778-07:00

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China's Shenzhou 20 Launch Advances Space Station Operations and Lunar Ambitions

2025-04-24T06:51:53.917784-07:00

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SpaceX to Launch Starlink V2 Mini Satellites from Cape Canaveral

2025-04-23T16:38:14.781053-07:00

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China's Long March 3B Launches Tianlian-2 Satellite to Enhance Space Network China has launched the Tianlian-2 (05) satellite via Long March 3B, bolstering its geostationary data relay network for improved space communication. This launch marks a critical step in China's efforts to strengthen its space infrastructure and maintain leadership in space technologies.

2025-04-27T15:16:12.265499-07:00

China's Long March 3B Launches Tianlian-2 Satellite to Enhance Space Network

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Long March 3B launches Tianlian-2 (05) satellite to boost space data relay network

2025-04-27T15:16:12.265499-07:00

Long March 3B launches Tianlia

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SpaceX Completes 250th Starlink Mission, Bolstering Global Broadband Network SpaceX launched 23 Starlink satellites aboard a Falcon 9 rocket, marking its 250th mission and expanding its broadband network. The mission highlights SpaceX's continued pace in deploying satellite constellations to enhance global internet coverage.

2025-04-27T13:04:09.853557-07:00

SpaceX Completes 250th Starlink Mission, Bolstering Global Broadband Network

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ISRO's Semicryogenic Engine Hot Test Marks Progress in Space Propulsion ISRO has successfully conducted a short duration hot test of its semicryogenic engine at the IPRC, Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu, enhancing India's capabilities in space propulsion systems. This test is pivotal in advancing India's launch vehicle technology and aligns with ISRO's strategic vision for space exploration.

2025-04-27T08:17:20.642294-07:00

ISRO's Semicryogenic Engine Hot Test Marks Progress in Space Propulsion

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Astrotech Secures $77.5M Contract to Boost Satellite Launch Infrastructure Astrotech, a Lockheed Martin subsidiary, has been awarded a $77.5 million contract to enhance pre-launch satellite processing at Vandenberg. This contract aims to support the growing military and commercial launch demands, including National Security Space priorities and U.S. Space Force capabilities.

2025-04-27T04:01:52.316224-07:00

Astrotech Secures $77.5M Contract to Boost Satellite Launch Infrastructure

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SpaceX Advances Starlink Constellation with Dual Falcon 9 Launches SpaceX plans back-to-back Falcon 9 launches from Vandenberg and Cape Canaveral SFB, deploying a total of 50 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit. This includes the 127th successful booster landing on OCISLY, further cementing SpaceX's leadership in reusable rocket technology.

2025-04-26T06:42:47.345778-07:00

SpaceX Advances Starlink Constellation with Dual Falcon 9 Launches

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Firefly Aerospace Launches Lockheed Martin's LM400 Tech Demonstration via Alpha Rocket Firefly Aerospace has successfully launched Lockheed Martin's LM400 Technology Demonstration satellite on the Alpha rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base. This mission, conducted for a classified customer, aims to prove autonomous operations and enhance the multi-mission satellite bus capabilities.

2025-04-26T05:58:26.801281-07:00

Firefly Aerospace Launches Lockheed Martin's LM400 Tech Demonstration via Alpha Rocket

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ATMOS Space Cargo's Phoenix 1 Completes Test Flight Amid Data Challenges ATMOS Space Cargo's Phoenix 1 recoverable module successfully launched on a shared SpaceX flight, marking a significant milestone in space cargo technology. Although data transmission was compromised upon re-entry, the test is considered a success for demonstrating new capabilities in reusable space systems.

2025-04-25T13:45:37.387037-07:00

ATMOS Space Cargo's Phoenix 1 Completes Test Flight Amid Data Challenges

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