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Former Virgin Orbit CEO Dan Hart on the Milestones, Hopes, and Heartbreaks of Virgin Orbit’s Journey
In 2017, Dan Hart left his 34-year career at Boeing to embark on a new adventure as CEO of Virgin Orbit. Working for Richard Branson’s startup was the opportunity of a lifetime during the heyday of new space, and the company enjoyed a string of successes before the company filed for bankruptcy in April 2023.…
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Archer Aviation to Partner with NASA to Boost AAM Market
Archer Aviation has signed a Space Act Agreement with NASA as they look to boost the nascent advanced air mobility (AAM) market. The collaboration will kick off with an initial project focused on studying high-performance battery cells and safety testing targeted for AAM and space applications. The two organizations announced the collaboration Jan. 22. Archer…
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Archer Aviation to Partner with NASA to Boost AAM Market
Archer Aviation has signed a Space Act Agreement with NASA as they look to boost the nascent advanced air mobility (AAM) market. The collaboration will kick off with an initial project focused on studying high-performance battery cells and safety testing targeted for AAM and space applications. The two organizations announced the collaboration Jan. 22. Archer…
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WRC-27: A Three-Course Meal from a Very Slow Kitchen
The agenda for the next World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-27) features numerous intriguing items. But, if I were asked to pick a few for a three-course meal from the 19 on offer, these would be my choices: Starter – IMT Although the WRC menu is usually full of satellite dishes (please forgive me for this joke),…
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Shadows and Light
SpaceX continues to cast a giant shadow over the industry with its dominance. As well its hold on the launch market, Starlink continues to strike eye-catching deals, that previously would have been seen as the domain of big, traditional operators. The latest one sees John Deere choose to partner with Starlink as it looks to…
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Earth Observation CEOs Analyze 2023, a Seismic Year in EO
The Earth Observation (EO) market is one of the most dynamic in satellite right now. As the fight against climate change rages on, satellite companies in this area have a vital role as they look to provide data and imagery that provides governments and enterprises all over the world with actionable insights. It is a…
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Redwire to Supply Roll-Out Solar Array for Blue Origin’s Space Mobility Platform
Blue Origin has tapped Redwire Corporation to supply Roll-Out Solar Array (ROSA) wings for the upcoming space mobility platform. Blue Origin announced the space logistics vehicle Blue Ring in October, and it’s designed to provide in-space services including hosting, transportation, refueling, data relay, and logistics. Redwire announced Monday it has been awarded a contract to…
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Redwire to Supply Roll-Out Solar Array for Blue Origin’s Space Mobility Platform
Blue Origin has tapped Redwire Corporation to supply Roll-Out Solar Array (ROSA) wings for the upcoming space mobility platform. Blue Origin announced the space logistics vehicle Blue Ring in October, and it’s designed to provide in-space services including hosting, transportation, refueling, data relay, and logistics. Redwire announced Monday it has been awarded a contract to…
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The New Space Spark: Retrospective of the Start of a Revolution
Dan Hart began his three-decade career at Boeing in 1983, a path that led him into many enviable adventures — from working in Europe, gaining experience from engineers who had worked on programs like Gemini and Apollo, and overseeing dozens of Boeing’s space programs across the U.S. Department of Defense, NASA, and other agencies. Yet…
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Viasat Successfully Demonstrates UK Satellite-Based Augmentation System
Viasat has demonstrated a UK satellite-based augmentation system (UK SBAS) for the first time, showing how highly accurate GPS data can maximize safety and improve efficiency. The test flight, flown from Cranfield Airport using the National Flying Laboratory Centre‘s Saab 340B aircraft, showcased a UK-based SBAS that delivers more precise, reliable navigation data. The UK…