Astroscale Taps NASA To Support Refueler Spacecraft Testing

Astroscale U.S. is planning two refueling operations for the U.S. Space Force in 2026. Credit: As-troscale U.S.

Astroscale U.S. is planning two refueling operations for the U.S. Space Force in 2026.

Credit: Astroscale U.S.
Astroscale U.S. has signed an agreement with NASA to test the on-orbit servicing capabilities of its Refueler spacecraft at the agency’s Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC), the company announced July 17. The testing, which is expected to conclude in August, will help the company prepare for two...
Vivienne Machi

Vivienne Machi is the military space editor for Aviation Week based in Los Angeles.

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