NASA and SpaceX Delay Crew-8 Mission to Avoid Conflict with IM-1 Lunar Lander Launch
NASA and SpaceX have announced a delay in the launch of the four-person Dragon Crew-8 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) from February 22 to no earlier than February 28 to avoid potential conflict with the launch of Intuitive Machines’ IM-1 lunar lander mission. The Crew-8 Dragon Endeavour launch date will be reassessed following a successful launch of the IM-1 lunar lander, and it could be subject to further changes. This delay is part of ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and success of space missions amidst increasing interest and activity in space exploration.
Sierra Space Successfully Integrates Dream Chaser Spaceplane with Shooting Star Module at NASA Facility
On February 2, 2024, Sierra Space achieved a significant milestone in its ongoing test campaign as it successfully mated its Dream Chaser spaceplane to the Shooting Star module at NASA’s Neil Armstrong Test Facility in Ohio. This development brings the…
International Space Station Captures Breathtaking View of Earth’s Glowing Atmosphere
The International Space Station (ISS) has recently treated the world to a breathtaking view of Earth’s glowing atmosphere, captured from a vantage point 258 miles above the Pacific Ocean. This mesmerizing image, shared on Instagram, has garnered widespread admiration, accumulating…
Cygnus Cargo Spacecraft Set to Launch on Falcon 9 Rocket for the First Time
A Cygnus cargo spacecraft is set to launch on a Falcon 9 rocket for the first time, marking a significant milestone in space exploration. The mission, designated NG-20, is scheduled to lift off from Cape Canaveral’s Space Launch Complex 40…
NASA’s Crew-8 Mission News Conferences Scheduled
NASA is gearing up for its upcoming Crew-8 mission to the International Space Station, and the agency has scheduled a pair of news conferences to provide details about the mission and the crew involved. The briefings will take place on…
Voyager Space and Airbus Defence and Space Partner to Develop Starlab Commercial Space Station
Voyager Space and Airbus Defence and Space have officially solidified their partnership to develop the Starlab commercial space station. The joint venture, known as Starlab Space LLC, will oversee the design, construction, and operation of the station, aiming to attract…
Experience the Launch of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8 Mission
Experience the Launch of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8 Mission By Michelle Zajac | JAN 05, 2024 NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8 members, (from left) Alexander Grebenkin from Roscosmos; Michael Barratt, Matthew Dominick, and Jeanette Epps, all NASA astronauts, are pictured training inside the…