Firefly Aerospace’s newest rocket launch proved that the company is ready for a major upgrade. The Alpha flight lifted off from Vandenberg’s Space Launch Complex 2 on March 11, reaching orbit and dropping a test satellite for Lockheed Martin. The mission also tested the rocket’s second‑stage engine
A recent phone message was sent by Vice‑President Kamala Harris to Representative Jasmine Crockett. The call was automated, so it sounded like a standard robocall rather than a personal conversation. Harris used the script to share updates on her current agenda and encourage support for Crockett’s i
NASA’s biggest space plan is facing a fresh snag. After a recent test, engineers discovered that helium – the gas used to keep fuel tanks full and clean – was not flowing properly in the upper section of the Space Launch System (SLS). Because the problem cannot be fixed on the launchpad, the rocket
The United Launch Alliance’s new Vulcan rocket took off from Cape Canaveral early Thursday, carrying secret Space Force payloads that were meant to reach a geosynchronous orbit. The launch began smoothly, with the twin BE‑4 engines and four solid boosters pushing the vehicle skyward. However, about
China's private space sector is making waves, and it's not just about rockets. Over the past decade, this industry has seen a massive boom, with private companies stepping up to the plate. The focus? Reusable rockets, satellites, and even space tourism. In 2022, China opened its doors to more priva
The US government has just put $1 billion into L3Harris Technologies. This is not just any investment. It's a strategic move to get a piece of the company's new missile-making business. The plan is to go public in 2026. This means the government will own a part of the company when it starts selling
The US rocket scene is heating up, and 2025 was a wild year for these companies. SpaceX is still the big boss, launching a whopping 165 rockets. They're like the reliable friend who always shows up, keeping the International Space Station stocked and running smoothly. But their giant Starship had so
LandSpace, a Chinese private space company, is setting its sights on the stars with a big plan. They want to raise a huge amount of money, about $1. 07 billion, through an IPO. This cash will help them make more rockets and improve their technology. The Shanghai Stock Exchange has given LandSpace t
2026 is shaping up to be a thrilling year for space exploration. It's not just about launching rockets; it's about pushing boundaries and making big strides in understanding our universe. The moon is getting a lot of attention. NASA's Artemis II mission is set to take astronauts on a 10-day trip ar
Japan's latest attempt to expand its satellite navigation system hit a snag. The H3 rocket, launched from Tanegashima Space Center, failed to deliver the Michibiki 5 satellite into the correct orbit. This is not the first time the H3 has faced issues. It had a rocky start with a failed debut in Marc
