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SAS Partners with SpaceX to Roll Out Free Starlink Wi-Fi Fleet-wide by 2025

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is set to enhance its in-flight connectivity by implementing SpaceX's Starlink service across its entire fleet. This initiative will provide high-speed, low-latency internet access at no cost to passengers, with the rollout beginning by the end of 2025.

2025-01-27T05:54:09.463020-08:00

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MDA Space Secures $1.1B Globalstar Contract for LEO Satellites

2025-02-10T08:46:39.488762-08:00

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Rocket Lab to Launch First Gen-3 Satellite for BlackSky on February 18

2025-02-10T13:34:42.763856-08:00

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SpaceX Readies Starlink Group 12-3 Launch with Direct to Cell Capability

2025-02-02T14:04:15.838993-08:00

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SpaceX Falcon 9 to Launch Starlink Satellites from Cape Canaveral on February 21 SpaceX is set to launch a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit on February 21. The launch will take place from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, furthering SpaceX's mission to expand global internet coverage.

2025-02-21T14:08:54.950071-08:00

SpaceX Falcon 9 to Launch Starlink Satellites from Cape Canaveral on February 21

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Vodafone, AST SpaceMobile Launch European Broadband Research Hub Vodafone is establishing a pioneering research facility focused on developing LEO satellite and terrestrial mobile broadband technologies in collaboration with AST SpaceMobile and the University of Málaga. This initiative aims to advance broadband services across Europe.

2025-02-21T11:26:55.893707-08:00

Vodafone, AST SpaceMobile Launch European Broadband Research Hub

Space Intel Report

Europe's First LEO-PNT Satellite Navigation Demos Slated for Launch The European consortia are set to launch a constellation of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites this year to demonstrate Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) capabilities. The schedule aligns with ITU frequency reservation requirements, marking a significant milestone in Europe's satellite navigation efforts.

2025-02-21T09:22:23.003037-08:00

Europe's First LEO-PNT Satellite Navigation Demos Slated for Launch

Payload

Port Canaveral Faces Congestion from Reusable Rocket Launches Increased activity of reusable rocket launches from Port Canaveral is causing significant congestion, affecting maritime operations and logistics. This congestion underscores the infrastructural challenges posed by the expanding commercial spaceflight activities in the area.

2025-02-20T14:05:42.271282-08:00

Port Canaveral Faces Congestion from Reusable Rocket Launches

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SpaceX Stage Separation May Cause Sonic Boom Heard in Bahamas SpaceX's upcoming launch involves the landing of its first stage on the Just Read the Instructions drone ship. The operation, positioned in the Atlantic Ocean near the Bahamas, might generate a sonic boom that residents could experience following stage separation.

2025-02-18T22:47:14.499412-08:00

SpaceX Stage Separation May Cause Sonic Boom Heard in Bahamas

Urban Air Mobility News

China Begins Construction on Private Low-Altitude Aircraft Test Center in Chongzhou China's pioneering privately-funded low-altitude aircraft test facility is being built in Chongzhou, Sichuan Province. Aimed at supporting R&D for drones, flying cars, and low-altitude vehicles, this facility is part of a broader strategy to establish a 'Sky City,' integrating testing and urban air mobility services by 2027.

2025-02-17T12:14:51.244017-08:00

China Begins Construction on Private Low-Altitude Aircraft Test Center in Chongzhou

Space Intel Report

Eutelsat Seeks Export-Credit for $4.4B Satellite Deployment Eutelsat aims to secure export-credit financing for the deployment of 440 OneWeb Gen-1 follow-on satellites and 264 Iris2 LEO satellites at a combined cost of $4.4 billion. The launch is anticipated to commence in late 2025, boosting Eutelsat's capabilities in the LEO sector.

2025-02-14T06:13:15.779281-08:00

Eutelsat Seeks Export-Credit for $4.4B Satellite Deployment

Florida Today

SpaceX Falcon 9 Launches 21 Starlink Satellites, Booster Sets Record 26th Flight SpaceX's Falcon 9 successfully launched 21 Starlink V2 Mini satellites from Cape Canaveral. Notably, 13 of these have Direct to Cell capabilities. This mission marks the 26th flight for the reusable booster B1067, underscoring significant advancements in spaceflight reusability.

2025-02-14T02:34:30.266098-08:00

SpaceX Falcon 9 Launches 21 Starlink Satellites, Booster Sets Record 26th Flight

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