Ukraine Strikes Soyuz Assembly Line, Raising Questions for Russian Spaceflight
On August 15, 2026, the Ukrainian military attacked the factory used for manufacturing Russia’s Soyuz-2 launch vehicle, causing significant damage to the facility and raising doubts over the vehicle’s future.
Europe’s Next Weather Satellite Ready To Fly
In only a few days, Europe will complete their next-generation weather observation system, Meteosat Third Generation.
LandSpace Scores First Booster Landing
The commercial company LandSpace safely landed the first stage booster of their Zhuque-3 rocket on August 19th.
Ariane 6 Lightweight Upper Stage, Future Upgrades Cancelled
Evidence indicates that Ariane 6 upgrades have been cancelled following the 2025 ESA Ministerial Council.
Ariane 6 Lightweight Upper Stage, Future Upgrades Cancelled
Evidence indicates that Ariane 6 upgrades have been cancelled following the 2025 ESA Ministerial Council.
Starship Soars as SpaceX Looks to AI
SpaceX’s colossal Starship launch vehicle lifted off July 24th from the company’s launch facility in South Texas on its thirteenth integrated flight test.
Northrop Launches Evolved Satellite Servicing Spacecraft
SpaceLogistics, a Northrop subsidiary, aims to expand the company’s private capabilities and commercial offerings with their newly launched Mission Robotic Vehicle (MRV) and Mission Extension Pods (MEPs).
China Launches and Catches Long March 10B
Chinarocket Co. has launched the Long March 10B rocket for the first time, safely reaching orbit and successfully “catching” the rocket’s first stage booster.
Need a Lift? NASA Launches Swift Rescue Mission
The LINK spacecraft aims to rendezvous, capture, and reboost NASA’s 21 year old Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory.
End of an Era for Atlas V
Early in the morning of June 2nd, the United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket flew in its heaviest configuration for the final time.
Roman Space Telescope Arrives at Space Coast
Under budget and ahead of schedule, the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has crossed another milestone in its journey to the stars.
NASA Prepares Next Artemis Rocket for Flight
As Artemis III kicks off, NASA continues working to streamline SLS production.
Artemis Under Ignition
Now that Ignition is under way, what does NASA seek to accomplish with Artemis, and how does the program’s vision compare to its previous roadmap?
Meet the Artemis III Astronauts and their Mission
NASA introduced the astronauts who will fly Artemis III next year, and provided welcome clarity about the upcoming test flight’s objectives.
Op-Ed: Misuse of Commercial Programs Sets NASA Up for Failure
Despite Starliner being perhaps the most visible example of a commercial program gone wrong, it is far from unique in its problems.
Starship V3 Debuts, with Mixed Results
Starship’s 12th flight test ended with mixed results, advancing the program in some ways and stumbling backwards in others.