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• FAA Streamlines Launch Licensing, Accepting Federal Range Safety Analyses

  The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will now accept flight safety analyses from federal launch ranges, streamlining the licensing process for launch operators and reducing paperwork. This move follows recommendations from industry groups and...

  

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• NASA and ISRO's NISAR Mission: A Delayed Launch, But Still on Track for March

  The NASA-ISRO NISAR mission, initially delayed due to antenna repair, is now slated for launch in late March 2025. After extensive repairs in California and subsequent testing, the spacecraft is ready. This joint mission will provide invaluable...

  

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• China Launches Satellites for High-Speed Laser Constellation Test

  China successfully launched five satellites designed to test inter-satellite laser communication links, a crucial technology for its ambitious megaconstellation projects. The launch, utilizing a Long March 2D rocket and Yuanzheng-3 upper stage,...

  

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• Rivada Space Networks Confident of Regaining Spectrum Rights for Broadband Satellite Constellation

  Rivada Space Networks, despite a setback with Liechtenstein's telecoms regulator, remains optimistic about regaining priority Ka-band spectrum rights for its nearly 600 proposed broadband satellites. The company is exploring alternative routes,...

  

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• Locus Lock Secures Funding for Advanced GNSS Receivers

  Colorado-based Locus Lock, specializing in advanced GNSS receivers, has secured funding to expand its operations and meet growing market demand in various sectors, including aerospace and autonomous mobility. Their software-defined receivers offer...

  

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• US Space Force to Utilize “Plug and Play” Satellite Interface for Faster Launches

  The US Space Force is adopting a new “plug and play” satellite interface, Handle, developed by The Aerospace Corporation, to accelerate satellite launches. This technology, tested in the Slingshot 1 mission, will be integrated into the upcoming...

  

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• Artemis Accords Reach 50 Signatories: A Milestone in International Space Cooperation

  Panama and Austria become the 50th and 51st signatories of the Artemis Accords, a significant milestone in international space cooperation. The agreement promotes responsible space exploration, focusing on transparency, resource utilization, and...

  

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• NASA's Ingenuity Helicopter Crash: Analysis and Future Implications

  NASA's Ingenuity Mars helicopter crashed after its 72nd flight. An investigation revealed degraded navigation due to featureless terrain as the root cause. The incident has led to recommendations for improved navigation systems and inspired...

  

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• Fleet Space Technologies Secures $100 Million for Lunar and Terrestrial Exploration

  Australian space technology company Fleet Space Technologies raises $100 million in Series D funding to miniaturize its satellite-based mineral exploration technology for use on the Moon and improve efficiency on Earth. The investment will fund the...

  

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• Jared Isaacman's Vision for US Space Leadership: Private Innovation and Global Competition

  Jared Isaacman, the entrepreneur and astronaut, outlines an ambitious vision for U.S. space leadership, emphasizing private sector innovation and the need to maintain technological superiority in the global space race. He discusses the future of...

  

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• Unprecedented Satellite Migrations Caused by Geomagnetic Storms

  Geomagnetic storms in 2024 caused mass migrations of thousands of satellites, mainly Starlink, highlighting inaccuracies in space weather forecasting and impacting collision avoidance. Experts emphasize the need for improved space weather models to...

  

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• Intelsat 33e Break-up Highlights Growing Space Debris Threat

  The break-up of Intelsat 33e in geostationary orbit has created a significant cloud of debris, raising concerns about the growing threat to space assets and highlighting the potential for malicious exploitation. Experts discuss the increasing...

  

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• US-Japan Space Partnership Counters China's Growing Space Dominance

  The US and Japan are strengthening their space partnership to counter China's advancements in space, focusing on enhanced space object surveillance and addressing challenges posed by Chinese satellites with dynamic orbits. This collaboration...

  

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• Southwest Research Institute Awarded $26.1 Million Contract for Space Weather Instrument

  Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has secured a significant contract from NASA and NOAA to develop crucial space weather instruments for the Lagrange 1 Series project. This initiative aims to enhance space weather forecasting and prediction...

  

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• Lockheed Martin's TacSat: A Leap Forward in Military Satellite Technology

  Lockheed Martin will launch its innovative TacSat satellite on Firefly Aerospace’s Alpha rocket in 2025. This compact spacecraft, equipped with cutting-edge 5G communication and infrared imaging capabilities, aims to revolutionize military...

  

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• NASA's Future Under Isaacman: Optimism and Uncertainty for Artemis

  With Jared Isaacman's nomination to lead NASA, the future of the Artemis program faces uncertainty. Bill Nelson expresses cautious optimism, while industry leaders offer varied perspectives on the potential for changes, including the role of SpaceX...

  

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• China's Growing Space Capabilities Pose a Threat to US Dominance: General Guetlein

  General Michael Guetlein of the US Space Force warns of China's rapid advancements in space technology, challenging US dominance. He stresses the need for collaboration with allies and the private sector to counter these threats, highlighting the...

  

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• Globalstar and Parsons Team Up for Secure Military Satellite Communications

  Globalstar and Parsons Corporation have partnered to deliver a secure messaging and data transmission service for military users, leveraging Globalstar's low-Earth orbit satellite infrastructure and a new Parsons waveform. This solution addresses...

  

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• US Defense Bill Extends Spaceflight Regulations Moratorium

  The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2025 extends the "learning period" limiting commercial human spaceflight regulations and launch indemnification, providing a three-year extension for both, despite industry lobbying for...

  

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• Commercial Space Innovation and Defense Transformation: A Webinar

  Join us December 18th for an exclusive webinar exploring the impact of commercial space innovation on defense sector transformation. Learn about the challenges and opportunities for startups navigating the Pentagon's procurement process and...

  

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