Launch Vehicles & Propulsion

Dec 20, 2024
The return of U.S. astronauts to the Moon won’t happen until at least mid-2027, says NASA.
Dec 20, 2024
It is not quite Starlink, but Europe aims to have its own commercial satellite communication mega-ish constellation ready starting in 2030.

Commercial Space

Dec 23, 2024
In February 2024, the U.S. Space Force set up a pilot program called Tactical Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Tracking (TacSRT).
Dec 20, 2024
The nomination of entrepreneur and private astronaut Jared Isaacman to lead NASA may prove to be a turning point.

Satellites

Dec 20, 2024
Poland is buying four microsatellites as it looks to build out its space-based reconnaissance capabilities, with the constellation set to be deployed in 2027.
Dec 20, 2024
The Pentagon’s five-year-old space agency will face its biggest test when it launches its first operational spacecraft in the spring of 2025.

Budget, Policy & Regulation

Dec 24, 2024
Nelson leaves NASA Jan. 20 with the rest of President Joe Biden’s administration.
Dec 20, 2024
The nomination of entrepreneur and private astronaut Jared Isaacman to lead NASA may prove to be a turning point.

Operations & Safety

Dec 23, 2024
In 2024, the effort oversaw the launch and execution of 110 science and technology projects across seven crew, resupply and private astronaut missions.
Dec 20, 2024
Poland is buying four microsatellites as it looks to build out its space-based reconnaissance capabilities, with the constellation set to be deployed in 2027.

Space Exploration

Dec 24, 2024
The Parker Solar Probe was out of contact with mission controllers during the 6:53 a.m. EST flyby.
Dec 23, 2024
Each commercial contract agreement task order is scheduled to take effect from February 2025 through September 2029, with an option for the five-year extension.