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Axiom Space Reschedules Axiom Mission 4 Launch to ISS for June 22

Axiom Space Reschedules Axiom Mission 4 Launch to ISS for June 22

Axiom Space has announced the rescheduling of the Axiom Mission 4 launch to the International Space Station (ISS) to June 22. The delay is to allow NASA to evaluate operations on the ISS following recent repairs in the Russian section. The mission, which is the fourth private mission by NASA to the ISS, will be led by NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson. Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will serve as the mission's pilot, with Poland's Sławosz Uznański and Hungary's Tibor Kapu as mission specialists. The decision to reschedule was made after assessing the readiness of the SpaceX Falcon 9 launch vehicle, the Dragon spacecraft, and the health and preparedness of the crew.
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Prada and Axiom Space Reveal Advanced Spacesuit Inner Layer in New York

Prada and Axiom Space Reveal Advanced Spacesuit Inner Layer in New York

Prada and Axiom Space Reveal Advanced Spacesuit Inner Layer in New York
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NASA's Artemis II Mission Achieves Historic Communication Milestone with ISS

NASA's Artemis II Mission Achieves Historic Communication Milestone with ISS

NASA's Artemis II mission has marked a significant milestone by completing the first-ever 'ship to ship' call between a human moon mission and the International Space Station (ISS). The crew aboard the Orion spacecraft, traveling near the Moon, communicated directly with astronauts on the ISS. This historic call involved Christina Koch on Artemis II speaking with Jessica Meir on the space station, both of whom had previously participated in the first all-female spacewalk in 2019. The mission, which set a new record for the farthest distance humans have traveled from Earth since Apollo 17, reached approximately 252,752 miles from Earth during a flyby of the Moon's far side. This surpassed the Apollo 13 record of 248,655 miles set in 1970. The Artemis II mission is a crucial step in NASA's plan for future lunar exploration, with the crew expected to return to Earth after a 10-day mission, splashing down near San Diego.
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NASA to wear Prada as luxury group pushes into space industry

NASA to wear Prada as luxury group pushes into space industry

By Danielle Kaye NEW YORK, June 7 (Reuters) - Italian fashion house Prada unveiled on Sunday the inner-layer garment set to be worn by NASA astronauts heading into space, underscoring the brand's push to be the first major luxury player to make inroads in the space industry.
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Prada Collaborates with NASA for Space Exploration Garments, Targeting Luxury Market Expansion

Prada Collaborates with NASA for Space Exploration Garments, Targeting Luxury Market Expansion

Prada Collaborates with NASA for Space Exploration Garments, Targeting Luxury Market Expansion
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NASA Orders ISS Crew to Shelter in SpaceX Dragon Due to Air Leak in Russian Module

NASA Orders ISS Crew to Shelter in SpaceX Dragon Due to Air Leak in Russian Module

NASA has directed the International Space Station (ISS) crew to temporarily take shelter in the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft following the detection of an air leak. The leak was traced to the Zvezda Service Module, a Russian segment of the ISS, which has been experiencing structural issues for several years. The Zvezda module, one of the oldest parts of the station, has shown signs of small cracks leading to a slow air leak. In response, NASA and Roscosmos coordinated an emergency assessment, pausing ongoing repair efforts to conduct a more detailed structural analysis. The crew, including NASA astronauts Jessica Meir, Jack Hathaway, and Chris Williams, along with European Space Agency astronaut Sophie Adenot and Roscosmos cosmonaut Andrey Fedyaev, moved into the SpaceX Dragon Freedom as a precautionary measure. This action was taken to ensure immediate access to a safe return vehicle if conditions worsened.
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Axiom Space Secures Additional $175 Million in Funding for Space Station Development

Axiom Space Secures Additional $175 Million in Funding for Space Station Development

Axiom Space Secures Additional $175 Million in Funding for Space Station Development
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NASA Reverses Evacuation Alert for ISS Astronauts Amid Air Leak Concerns

NASA Reverses Evacuation Alert for ISS Astronauts Amid Air Leak Concerns

NASA ordered astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) to shelter in their spacecraft and prepare for potential evacuation due to a worsening air leak in the Russian segment of the station. The leak, which has been a concern for months, escalated from losing one pound of air per day to two pounds. The astronauts, including members of NASA's Crew-12 mission, were instructed to enter their SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft as a precaution. However, NASA later reversed the evacuation order after assessing the situation with Roscosmos, the Russian space agency.
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NASA Orders ISS Crew to Shelter Due to Air Leak in Russian Module

NASA Orders ISS Crew to Shelter Due to Air Leak in Russian Module

NASA has directed astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) to take shelter in a docked spacecraft following the detection of new air leaks in the Russian segment of the station. The leaks were found in the Zvezda service module's transfer tunnel, an area that has experienced intermittent cracking over the past six years. The directive was issued as a precautionary measure while Russian engineers attempt more extensive repairs that could temporarily destabilize the affected module. The crew, including the SpaceX Crew-12 team and NASA astronaut Chris Williams, were instructed to remain in 'safe-haven' conditions within the SpaceX Crew Dragon 'Freedom' capsule. This setup allows the crew to be ready to undock quickly if the situation worsens, while maintaining station operations elsewhere.
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NASA and Roscosmos Address ISS Leak with Temporary Safe Haven Procedures

NASA and Roscosmos Address ISS Leak with Temporary Safe Haven Procedures

NASA and Roscosmos have been addressing a leak in the Zvezda service module of the International Space Station (ISS). The leak prompted temporary safe haven procedures, requiring crew members to take refuge in the Dragon spacecraft. NASA's Public Affairs Office reported that Roscosmos paused structural repair efforts inside the Zvezda service module transfer tunnel, known as PrK, to assess more measurements and data. Following this development, NASA instructed the crew to end the safe haven procedures and return to planned operations aboard the ISS. The agencies are collaborating to address the leaks effectively.
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MIT Wins NASA's 2026 University Innovation Competition with Lunar Power System

MIT Wins NASA's 2026 University Innovation Competition with Lunar Power System

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has won the 2026 Revolutionary Aerospace Systems Concepts – Academic Linkage (RASC-AL) competition with their project, the Exploration-Class Lunar Integrated Power System. This annual competition, organized by NASA, challenges university students to develop innovative aerospace concepts. MIT's winning project focuses on creating a power system for lunar exploration. The competition also awarded second place to another MIT team for their Mars Exploration Layered Infrastructure project, while Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University secured third place with their Mars Pylon Network. The competition aims to foster innovation and provide students with hands-on experience in aerospace engineering.
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US Commercial Space Stations Expand Operations to Europe, Strengthening Ties with European Customers

US Commercial Space Stations Expand Operations to Europe, Strengthening Ties with European Customers

US Commercial Space Stations Expand Operations to Europe, Strengthening Ties with European Customers