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US Space Force Awards $13.7B in Launch Contracts to SpaceX, ULA, and Blue Origin

The US Space Force has awarded $13.7 billion in launch contracts to SpaceX, United Launch Alliance (ULA), and Blue Origin for 54 national security spaceflight missions over the next five years. This marks a significant step in the National Security Space Launch Phase 3 procurement, emphasizing increased launch resiliency and capacity.

2025-04-07T04:33:11.233217-07:00

USA Today

SpaceX Fram2 Mission Completes Historic Polar Orbit with Pacific Splashdown

2025-04-04T09:43:38.571121-07:00

Reuters

SpaceX and ULA Poised to Secure Multi-Billion Dollar U.S. Space Force Contracts

2025-04-04T13:59:08.539091-07:00

Associated Press

NASA Astronauts Embrace Post-Mission Life After Extended ISS Stay Due to Starliner Issues

2025-03-31T14:47:19.224880-07:00

Hype Analysis

Starlink's 2024 Advances: Transforming In-Flight Wi-Fi Connectivity in Aviation

October 17, 2024 - Summary of Starlink's 2024 role in aviation: airlines adopt its high-speed in-flight Wi-Fi, enhancing passenger experience. Read More.

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Viasat and Telesat Partner for Multi-orbit Connectivity with Lightspeed LEO Services Viasat has signed an agreement with Telesat to integrate Telesat Lightspeed low Earth orbit (LEO) Ka-band capacity into its network, enhancing connectivity for aviation, maritime, enterprise, and defense sectors. This partnership positions Viasat against competitors like SpaceX, leveraging Telesat's LEO capabilities to expand its market reach and reliability.

2025-04-07T12:54:16.514072-07:00

Viasat and Telesat Partner for Multi-orbit Connectivity with Lightspeed LEO Services

SpaceNews.com

US Space Force Accelerates GPS III Satellite Launch with SpaceX The US Space Force is expediting the launch of the GPS 3 Space Vehicle 08 via SpaceX's Falcon 9, marking a shift from ULA amidst emerging priorities. This eighth Lockheed Martin-built satellite is expected to enhance the durability and reliability of the aging current system in orbit.

2025-04-07T12:08:42.292981-07:00

US Space Force Accelerates GPS III Satellite Launch with SpaceX

Axios

House Democrats Investigate Elon Musk's Conflicts with NASA House Democrats are probing potential conflicts of interest involving Elon Musk and NASA. The inquiry focuses on SpaceX's significant contracts with NASA, examining whether Musk's other business and government affiliations may pose ethical concerns.

2025-04-07T09:40:15.749116-07:00

House Democrats Investigate Elon Musk's Conflicts with NASA

CBC

SpaceX Fram2 Mission Achieves First Human X-ray in Orbit with Canadian Technology SpaceX's Fram2 mission has made history by capturing the first X-ray of a human in space, using technology developed by Canada's KA Imaging. This milestone showcases the innovation of the Waterloo region startup and marks a significant advancement in monitoring the health effects of space travel on astronauts.

2025-04-07T05:36:26.647110-07:00

SpaceX Fram2 Mission Achieves First Human X-ray in Orbit with Canadian Technology

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US Space Force Awards $13.7B in Launch Contracts to SpaceX, ULA, and Blue Origin The US Space Force has awarded $13.7 billion in launch contracts to SpaceX, United Launch Alliance (ULA), and Blue Origin for 54 national security spaceflight missions over the next five years. This marks a significant step in the National Security Space Launch Phase 3 procurement, emphasizing increased launch resiliency and capacity.

2025-04-07T04:33:11.233217-07:00

US Space Force Awards $13.7B in Launch Contracts to SpaceX, ULA, and Blue Origin

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SpaceX Successfully Launches Two Starlink Missions in One Day SpaceX executed a double launch of Falcon 9 rockets from Cape Canaveral, delivering two separate batches of Starlink satellites to low Earth orbit. This marks the 41st and 42nd missions of 2025 for SpaceX, demonstrating their rapid launch capabilities and ongoing Starlink expansion.

2025-04-05T22:25:38.776953-07:00

SpaceX Successfully Launches Two Starlink Missions in One Day

Rabea Rogge's Milestone: First German Woman Completes SpaceX Polar Orbit Mission Rabea Rogge, alongside three fellow astronauts, completed a pioneering four-day mission aboard SpaceX, becoming the first German woman to venture into space. The mission, which flew over Earth's polar regions, marks a significant achievement in the context of private space exploration.

2025-04-05T11:08:27.930322-07:00

Rabea Rogge's Milestone: First German Woman Completes SpaceX Polar Orbit Mission

houstonchronicle.com

Texas Senate Passes Bill Granting SpaceX Control Over Beach Closures The Texas Senate has passed Senate Bill 2188, enabling officials at a future city named Starbase to decide on beach closures. This legislative move enhances SpaceX's ability to manage operations around its launch site in Boca Chica, promoting greater alignment with its launch schedules.

2025-04-05T11:03:34.206308-07:00

Texas Senate Passes Bill Granting SpaceX Control Over Beach Closures

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