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NASA Ames simulations: autonomous aircraft could reach scale

NASA’s Ames Research Center simulations suggest autonomous aircraft can achieve operational scale. The work—done in collaboration with Boeing’s partner Wisk Aero—focuses on self-flying aircraft performance in simulated conditions, advancing the case for scalable autonomy beyond early prototypes.

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2026-07-15T08:13:42.476427-07:00

SpaceNews.com

Isaacman attends Soyuz MS-29 launch as US–Russia crew arrives at the ISS

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2026-07-15T02:32:06.464207-07:00

SpaceWatch Global

NASA launches draft RFP seeking industry feedback for the second phase of its commercial space stations strategy

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2026-07-15T01:52:59.476539-07:00

Associated Press

Soyuz MS-29 launches Anil Menon with two cosmonauts to the ISS, marking Russia’s return to crewed flights and a rare NASA-Roscos

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2026-07-14T04:46:53.408861-07:00

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NASA Ames simulations: autonomous aircraft could reach scale NASA’s Ames Research Center simulations suggest autonomous aircraft can achieve operational scale. The work—done in collaboration with Boeing’s partner Wisk Aero—focuses on self-flying aircraft performance in simulated conditions, advancing the case for scalable autonomy beyond early prototypes.

2026-07-15T08:13:42.476427-07:00

NASA Ames simulations: autonomous aircraft could reach scale

SpaceNews.com

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Isaacman attends Soyuz MS-29 launch as US–Russia crew arrives at the ISS A Soyuz MS-29 launch from Russia-leased Baikonur in Kazakhstan delivered a new ISS crew on July 14/15, including two Russian and one US astronaut. The docking brought three new crew members aboard, with NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman witnessing the launch in person.

2026-07-15T02:32:06.464207-07:00

Isaacman attends Soyuz MS-29 launch as US–Russia crew arrives at the ISS

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NASA launches draft RFP seeking industry feedback for the second phase of its commercial space stations strategy NASA has released a draft request for proposal (RFP) to solicit feedback from U.S. industry on the next phase of its commercial space stations strategy. The input process is intended to shape the follow-on procurement approach for developing and operating commercial space station capabilities.

2026-07-15T01:52:59.476539-07:00

NASA launches draft RFP seeking industry feedback for the second phase of its commercial space stations strategy

Associated Press

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Soyuz MS-29 launches Anil Menon with two cosmonauts to the ISS, marking Russia’s return to crewed flights and a rare NASA-Roscos Russia resumed crewed launches to the International Space Station with the Soyuz MS-29 liftoff from Baikonur at 14:47 UTC on July 14. NASA astronaut Anil Menon flew alongside Russian cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina (a former SpaceX Dragon passenger), with docking occurring a few hours later amid a high-profile NASA-Roscosmos leadership presence.

2026-07-14T04:46:53.408861-07:00

Soyuz MS-29 launches Anil Menon with two cosmonauts to the ISS, marking Russia’s return to crewed flights and a rare NASA-Roscos

Space.com

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Expedition 74 set for new crew launch: NASA astronaut Anil Menon and two cosmonauts to fly to the ISS on Soyuz MS-29 on July 14 Expedition 74 is preparing to receive three new crew members as NASA astronaut Anil Menon and two cosmonauts launch to the International Space Station on Soyuz MS-29 on Tuesday, July 14. The mission is expected to begin an eight-month stay aboard the ISS, with live launch coverage available.

2026-07-13T14:16:13.806794-07:00

Expedition 74 set for new crew launch: NASA astronaut Anil Menon and two cosmonauts to fly to the ISS on Soyuz MS-29 on July 14

Space.com

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NASA begins stacking SLS solid rocket boosters for Artemis III launch NASA has started assembling segments of the Space Launch System (SLS) solid rocket boosters that will support the Artemis III mission, targeting astronaut launch as early as next year. The work marks a key step in preparing the boosters for integration ahead of the mission’s 2027 timeframe.

2026-07-13T09:52:10.922104-07:00

NASA begins stacking SLS solid rocket boosters for Artemis III launch

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NASA begins stacking rocket ahead of 2027 Artemis III astronaut launch (photos)

2026-07-13T09:52:10.922104-07:00

NASA begins stacking rocket ah

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Voyager Technologies completes Astrobotic acquisition and secures a $298M NASA CLPS contract for next-generation lunar missions Voyager Technologies has finalized its purchase of lunar infrastructure provider Astrobotic, expanding its capabilities as NASA ramps up Moon-focused procurement. The company also won a $298M NASA contract under CLPS for new lunar missions, with Peregrine-2 targeted for 2028.

2026-07-13T06:09:50.568741-07:00

Voyager Technologies completes Astrobotic acquisition and secures a $298M NASA CLPS contract for next-generation lunar missions