Retired NASA astronaut on Starliner updates: 'Real thing to think about is certification'
Retired NASA Astronaut Terry Virts weighs in on the latest developments in the Boeing Starliner mission.
Astronauts to remain on ISS as NASA delays Boeing Starliner's return to Earth after helium leaks
NASA teams are analyzing Boeing Starliner data after the spacecraft experienced three helium leaks and thruster failures during its docking with the ISS.
SpaceX launches 20 Starlink satellites into orbit from California
Elon Musk's SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 20 Starlink satellites into low earth orbit from California on Tuesday after a scrubbed launch in Florida.
SpaceX launches Falcon 9 rocket in California
SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 20 Starlink satellites into low earth orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. (SpaceX)
Boeing Starliner spacecraft experiencing helium leaks ahead of docking at space station
Despite the discovery of helium leaks, the Boeing Starliner spacecraft that launched from Florida on Wednesday is expected to dock at the ISS on Thursday.
SpaceX launches massive Super Heavy-Starship rocket into space in most successful test yet
SpaceX crews celebrated success after launching Starship for the third time from south Texas on Thursday. The spacecraft followed a new flight path.
US hours away from attempt at first moon landing in half century with private robot spacecraft
Those interested in watching the first U.S. spacecraft to land on the moon in more than half a century may be able to do so on Thursday.
Virgin Galactic loses small part during 'Galactic 06' spaceflight
Virgin Galactic, the aerospace and space travel company, announced on Monday that a small alignment pin detached from its Galactic 06 spaceflight last week
Crippled US moon landing mission carrying human remains to crash to Earth
The compromised space vessel carrying the ashes of several "Star Trek" cast members is being forced into an emergency crash in the Pacific Ocean, according to Astrobotic.
Moon landing: 'No chance' of soft lunar landing for US mission after critical failure
The Astrobotic Peregrine Mission One lunar lander has fewer than 40 hours before its thrusters run out of fuel and it tumbles through space, Astrobotic said.
NASA Apollo 16 mission item hits auction market, expected to go for nearly $750K
A one-of-a-kind tool used on the NASA Apollo 16 mission in the 1970s is up for grabs to the highest bidder. The tool is expected to go for over $750,000.
NASA SpaceX Crew-6 astronauts splash down off coast of Florida after six-month mission aboard ISS
The SpaceX Dragon Endeavour spacecraft safely returned an international crew of astronauts to Earth on Monday following 186 days in orbit, NASA announced.
Boeing's crewed spaceflight delayed till 2024, Starliner undergoes multiple safety reviews
Boeing's first astronaut flight on its Starline capsule has been delayed again after safety issues were detected with the parachute lines and flammable tape used aboard.
What is SpaceX?
SpaceX is a private aerospace manufacturer and space transportation services company. The company, owned by Elon Musk, makes space travel less costly through design and launches.
Boeing's Starliner program racks up $1.4B in losses
Boeing is facing growing fees tied to its Starliner astronaut program after it ran into even more snags. Boeing is currently working with NASA on a new test flight date.
Virgin Galactic unveils 3-person crew participating in first private astronaut mission
Virgin Galactic unveiled the identifies of the three individuals that the space company will carry on its Galactic 02 mission next month: Keisha Schahaff, Anastatia Mayers and Jon Goodwin.
Bezos' Blue Origin nabs $3.4B NASA contract to send astronauts to the moon
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin a $3.4 billion contract to build a spaceship for its next astronaut mission to the moon.
NASA, Rocket Lab launch part of satellite constellation to study tropical storm systems
NASA and Rocket Lab USA, Inc. launched two small satellites into orbit from New Zealand on Monday to study hurricanes and other cyclones more frequently.
Moment lightning strikes SpaceX launch pad caught on camera
Video shows a lightning bolt striking SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket on the Kennedy Space Center's LC-39A launch pad in Merritt Island, Florida on Thursday.
Richard Branson's Virgin Orbit temporarily pausing operations and furloughing most employees
Richard Branson's Virgin Orbit is pausing operations and furloughing most employees until at least next week, a spokesperson confirmed to Fox Business.