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Joseph Walker Took X-15 No. 3 Beyond the Kármán Line for a Second Time

Joseph Walker Took X-15 No. 3 Beyond the Kármán Line for a Second Time

X-15 Flight 91, an American crewed sub-orbital spaceflight that took place on August 22, 1963, marked a significant achievement in aerospace histor...
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Rocket launches are increasing in US. Here's what it means for Texas

Rocket launches are increasing in US. Here's what it means for Texas

The southwest, where SpaceX and Blue Origin have homes in Texas and Virgin Galactic is active in New Mexico, has become central in a rocket launch surge.
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Here's how to watch as SpaceX eyes overnight California rocket launch

Here's how to watch as SpaceX eyes overnight California rocket launch

SpaceX will provide a livestream of the next rocket launch at the Vandenberg Space Force Base, where a window opens after midnight.
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Space Station Startup Vast Cuts 4% of Workforce Amidst New Space Race

Space Station Startup Vast Cuts 4% of Workforce Amidst New Space Race

Space Station Startup Vast Cuts 4% of Workforce Amidst New Space Race
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NASA Awards $10.5 Million to Establish Seven Aerospace Workforce Hubs Across U.S.

NASA Awards $10.5 Million to Establish Seven Aerospace Workforce Hubs Across U.S.

NASA has allocated approximately $10.5 million to seven organizations across the United States to develop state-level pipelines for skilled technical jobs within the aerospace industry. These awards are part of the agency’s new Aerospace Skilled Technical Workforce Hubs initiative. The funding will support programs in California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Minnesota, Texas, and Utah. The initiative aims to create training networks that bring together aerospace employers, community colleges, high school career and technical education programs, and workforce organizations. The programs will focus on skills identified by employers, expanding pathways into technical careers through education, apprenticeships, and direct connections between job seekers and companies. Target occupations include welders, electricians, machinists, and other technical positions essential for the aerospace sector. Elaine Ho, associate administrator for NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement, highlighted NASA's role as a catalyst in accel...
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NASA Acquires Former Air Force Boeing 737 for Artemis Program Support

NASA Acquires Former Air Force Boeing 737 for Artemis Program Support

NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center has acquired a Boeing 737-700, built in 2013, from the United States Air Force. This aircraft, which previously served as a flying test platform under the call sign 'Sting 38' for military test areas off the California coast, will now be repurposed to support NASA's Artemis program. The 737-700, designated N837NA, will undergo modifications to simulate lunar gravity through parabolic flights. These flights will allow astronauts and engineers to test spacesuits and other systems crucial for the Artemis missions. The aircraft's past modifications by the Air Force remain largely undisclosed, with even some NASA personnel not having 'need to know' clearance for specific details. Demar Technical Services, a company that previously worked on the aircraft for the Air Force, has been contracted for the conversion, leveraging their existing knowledge of the jet's secret modifications.
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NASA and Partners Unveil SSPICY Mission to Inspect Orbital Debris and Advance In-Space Servicing

NASA and Partners Unveil SSPICY Mission to Inspect Orbital Debris and Advance In-Space Servicing

NASA, in collaboration with Starfish Space of Seattle, is developing the Small Spacecraft Propulsion and Inspection Capability (SSPICY) mission. This public-private partnership aims to demonstrate technologies for in-space satellite servicing and inspection. The SSPICY mission will utilize Starfish Space's Otter 24C spacecraft, equipped with advanced propulsion, guidance, navigation, and control technologies, as well as an innovative articulating robotic boom. The Otter 24C, weighing 335 kilograms (739 pounds), is designed to maneuver across different orbits to reach and inspect up to four inoperable U.S.-origin space objects, such as satellites or rocket bodies. The mission's primary objectives include performing close-up visual inspections, gathering critical data on debris characteristics, and validating technologies for future debris remediation efforts. The spacecraft will characterize the physical state of each object, collecting information on surface condition, geometry, and orbital details. The mi...
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Hood River, Oregon, Recognized as Nation's Best Small Mountain Town by Travel + Leisure

Hood River, Oregon, Recognized as Nation's Best Small Mountain Town by Travel + Leisure

Hood River, Oregon, has been designated as America’s 'Best Small Mountain Town' by Travel + Leisure magazine. This recognition highlights the town's diverse appeal, which includes extensive recreational opportunities such as hiking and biking in the Columbia River Gorge, skiing on Mount Hood, and windsurfing and kiteboarding on the Columbia River. Beyond outdoor activities, the town is celebrated for its vibrant arts scene, quality accommodations, and local culinary offerings. These include produce from the Hood River Valley orchards and a variety of acclaimed restaurants, breweries, cideries, and wineries. Katie Kadlub, CEO of Visit Hood River, emphasized that the award acknowledges the comprehensive Hood River experience, crediting the community's spirit and the welcoming nature of its small businesses and lodging partners. Other West Coast towns also received accolades, with Pismo Beach, California, named 'Best Small Beach Town,' Ely, Nevada, as 'Best Small Desert Town,' and Truth or Consequences, New M...
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Over 750 US troops have been wounded since the Iran war began, Pentagon says

Over 750 US troops have been wounded since the Iran war began, Pentagon says

Pentagon data shows more than 750 U.S. troops have been wounded during operations against Iran
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NASA Establishes State Hubs to Develop Technical Aerospace Workforce

NASA Establishes State Hubs to Develop Technical Aerospace Workforce

NASA has allocated approximately $10.5 million to seven institutions across the United States to create and enhance state-based pathways for students to enter skilled technical jobs within the aerospace industry. This funding is part of the new NASA Aerospace Skilled Technical Workforce Hubs initiative, or NASA State Hubs. The goal is to accelerate the development of technical roles to meet the growing demand for talent in the space sector. The awarded organizations include Antelope Valley Community College District in California, Georgia Tech Research Corporation, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, Southern Utah University, Space Florida, State Board for Community Colleges and Occupation Education (Arapahoe Community College) in Colorado, and the Texas Space Commission. These hubs will act as strategic conveners, bringing together industry employers, community colleges, high school career and technical education programs, and workforce systems. Their primary function will be to facilitate the entr...
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NASA Establishes State Hubs to Cultivate Aerospace Technical Workforce

NASA Establishes State Hubs to Cultivate Aerospace Technical Workforce

NASA has allocated approximately $10.5 million to seven institutions across the United States to establish 'NASA State Hubs.' This initiative aims to strengthen and streamline pathways for high school and community college students into skilled technical jobs within the aerospace industry. The investment is designed to accelerate the development of technical roles, such as welders, electricians, and machinists, to meet the growing talent demands of the space sector. The awarded organizations include Antelope Valley Community College District in California, Georgia Tech Research Corporation, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, Southern Utah University, Space Florida, State Board for Community Colleges and Occupation Education in Colorado, and the Texas Space Commission. These hubs will act as strategic conveners, aligning industry employers, educational programs, and workforce systems to facilitate student entry into high-demand technical jobs. The funding for these cooperative agreements comes from ...
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California rocket launches have soared. Here's why even more are ahead

California rocket launches have soared. Here's why even more are ahead

California's Vandenberg is on pace for another record year for rocket launches. A new forecast predicts even more are ahead in the next decade.