NASA Picks SpaceX to Deorbit the ISS
The space agency is enlisting the private firm to build an International Space Station vehicle that will ‘destructively break up’ along with the station when it is retired in 2030.
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Blue Origin Urges FAA to Cap SpaceX Launches at Kennedy
The latest wrinkle in the long-standing feud between billionaire CEOs Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk sees the former lodge a public complaint with the regulator.
Watchdog: FAA Staffing Struggles Could Hinder Human Spaceflight
GAO audit reveals ongoing hiring challenges that could slow progress on licensing and oversight.
First All-European Commercial Astronaut Crew Begins Research at Space Station
The mission arranged by Axiom Space will research cancer cures, remote-controlled robots, space horticulture, microgravity, and more.
Blue Origin’s New Shepard Rocket Set for Return to Action Next Week
The space tourism firm could fly a cargo mission as soon as Monday as it seeks to get back into the commercial space race.
Helijet Brings Electric Air Taxis to Canada
We round up news from Helijet, Beta Technologies, SpaceX, Zipline, and plenty more in this week’s Future of FLYING newsletter.
Virgin Galactic Sets Dates for First Private Astronaut Mission
‘Galactic 02’ marks the space tourism firm’s second commercial flight with paying customers.
Virgin Galactic Sets Commercial Launch Date as Modern-Day Space Race Heats Up
First flight for paying customers comes as Blue Origin’s New Shepard remains sidelined.
