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End of an Era: Vega Rocket Makes Final Flight
Italian-built launch vehicle retires after a decade of service, paving the way for its successor, Vega C.
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Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission Launches with Historic Partnerships
First-of-its-kind collaboration between U.S., Norway and SpaceX delivers military and commercial benefits.
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The countdown has started on the long goodbye to Atlas rockets
It's almost time to say adios to Atlas rockets.
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China's Rocket Woes Highlight Growing Space Debris Threat
Uncontrolled rocket stages and debris from the CZ-5B and CZ-6A underscore the urgent need for responsible space activities.
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Soyuz: A Spaceflight Workhorse Grounded by Geopolitics
As Russia shifts focus inward, the once-dominant launch vehicle faces an uncertain future.
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Ariane 6's Launch Makes Europe Competitive Once Again
Successful maiden voyage propels Europe back into the competitive space race, challenging SpaceX dominance.
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Poland Breaks Space Barrier with Eco-Friendly Rocket
Nation Joins Elite Space Club, Paves Way for Green Propulsion
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H3 Launches its Second Successful Mission
Successful Launch Marks Comeback After 2023 Failure, Positions H3 for Competitive Role in Space Market
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ULA owners add ‘review team’ after Pentagon airs concerns about launch schedule
CEO also announces payload change for Vulcan’s upcoming certification flight.
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Air Force Picks Diverse Launch Providers for National Security Mission
From Sole Source to Diverse Competition: EELV Program Paved the Way
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Europe's new Ariane 6 rocket set for July launch
After delays, Europe's return to launch market aims for cost-effectiveness
Commercial
How the Space Force plans to surge a commercial fleet during wartime
New program is based on the concept of the Civil Reserve Air Fleet.
Defense
SpaceX launches first batch of new spy satellites for NRO
The agency wants to quadruple the number of its satellites in orbit.
Civil
NASA greenlights bids for $444M facility support recompete
The aptly named COSMIC contract covers work at a pair of hubs focused on rocket engine testing and space structure manufacturing.
Civil
From Tragedy to Triumph, the Story of the Soviet Soyuz Capsule
The tragic end of Soyuz 1 highlighted the risks of the early space race
Launch
Boeing Starliner launch delayed by valve issue on Centaur Upper Stage
The Centaur Upper Stage suffered an anomaly, but the mission is now expected to proceed in late May after repairs
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Science & Tech
ULA has an ambitious plan to ‘reuse’ Vulcan rocket: keep it in space
The heavy-lift rocket’s upper stage might extend its service as a tug or defender.
Civil
Rocket Lab won’t be ready to launch its new rocket by year’s end, documents suggest
This likely means a delay for the Pentagon’s effort to boost competition for rocket launches.
Defense
ULA's new rocket took off. But can it challenge SpaceX?
The Vulcan Centaur isn't reusable, which makes it harder to compete on price.
Defense
Final launch of Delta Heavy; the era of Vulcan fast approaches
As the Delta era concludes, ULA sets its sights on the future with the Vulcan launch vehicle.
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