Space

Space Force leaders say space control, launch capacity and orbital warfare training top the service’s fiscal 2027 investment priorities.

SpaceX has scrubbed a May 21 attempt to fly the newest version of its Starship-Super Heavy launch vehicle, with the goal of re-attempting the rocket’s 12th test flight on May 22.

OHB, Helsing Team For Space-Based Surveillance, Targeting

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SpaceX bets on vertical integration and Starship's high launch cadence to enable orbital AI data centers and Mars colonization.

SpaceX has disclosed financial details ahead of the aerospace industry’s most anticipated public offering, including a $5 billion net loss in 2025 on $18.7 billion in sales.

China is likely to send taikonauts on a mission around the Moon in 2027, says NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman.

NASA's Psyche mission successfully completes Mars gravity assist, capturing rare high-phase-angle images while calibrating instruments for asteroid approach.

Isar Aerospace partners with TKMS to establish Canadian launch capability in Nova Scotia, targeting NATO responsive space needs.

U.S. Space Force advances on-orbit logistics with $20M challenge and dual demonstrations to assess commercial refueling and servicing capabilities.

Volta Space Technologies tests lunar power-beaming technology to enable extended surface operations during two-week Moon nights via orbital laser transmission.

Germany prioritizes rapid military capability upgrades to address space gaps while pursuing long-term sovereign solutions.

Senate Confirms Anderson As NASA Deputy Administrator

Vast expands into satellite bus manufacturing with 15-kW spacecraft for Earth observation and AI applications.

Gurpartap Sandhoo has assumed permanent leadership of the U.S. Space Development Agency and the Space Force’s portfolio acquisition executive for missile warning and tracking.

Ukraine’s multidomain trench warfare stalemate demands new tech breakthroughs to regain maneuverability.

Rocket Lab founder and CEO Sir Peter Beck received recognition at the Laureates Awards, crediting the company's 3,500-strong workforce for the achievement rather than accepting individual accolades.

OHB and Helsing form KIRK joint venture for military space surveillance and targeting tech.

York Space has agreed to buy space solar-cell technology provider Solestial.

The U.S. Senate on May 18 confirmed the nomination of Matthew Anderson to serve as NASA's second highest ranking official, as part of a block vote on numerous nominees.

Vega C rocket launches ESA-China Smile satellite to study solar wind effects.

Grace Gratton, a junior studying space physics at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, shares her groundbreaking research and advice on dedication as a 2026 20 Twenties winner.

Aviation Week editors discuss the state of X-planes, how they have historically performed and what challenge the next X-plane program should take on.

Axiom Space launches Japanese subsidiary to expand Asia-Pacific space research and partnerships.

Axiom Space launches Japanese subsidiary to expand Asia-Pacific space research and partnerships.