Three individuals – Derek Abramson, Justin Hall, and Justin Link – began their careers with a deep-seated interest in radio-controlled aircraft development, spending formative years constructing and experimenting with these models in their personal spaces. Their dedication led them to participate in hobby aviation events where they tested and refined...
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The battlefield that the U.S. military must prepare for and excel in now extends from the seafloor all the way out to the moon, according to Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted a waiver allowing the sale of 35 Boeing 777 Freighters beyond the 2028 emissions rules deadline. This decision was requested by Boeing to continue production of its 777 Freighter models until the...
The SpaceX Falcon 9 Booster Landing Team was honored with the inaugural Neil Armstrong Space Prize at an event held in Washington, D.C., on September 15th. This prestigious award recognizes their remarkable achievement in successfully landing the booster...
The 2026 AFA Air, Space and Cyber Conference got an exclusive first look at a new trailer for Jimmy, a film on the life and military service of Brig. Gen. James “Jimmy” Stewart, depicting the departure of his Hollywood career to serve in the Army Air Corps...
Wingcopter recently revealed its new Wingcopter 262, a fully electric reconnaissance drone designed for extended operational capabilities. This innovative aircraft boasts an impressive flight duration of up to six hours under normal conditions. The drone...
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is implementing a new airworthiness directive focused on Pratt & Whitney’s PW1500G and PW1900G turbofans due to potential high-pressure compressor (HPC) failures. This proposed action follows concerns raised by P&W...
NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) detected a previously unseen crater on the Moon during a standard data quality assessment conducted by scientist Robert Wagner. The discovery involved identifying a significant bright feature surrounded by a darker...
NASA initiated the activation of instruments onboard the Roman Space Telescope, marking the first power-up sequence for the observatory. The telescope is currently en route approximately one million miles from Earth, positioned towards its operational...
The Air Mobility Command Deputy Commander joined military and defense industry leaders to address service members, partners and journalists on the evolving demands of long-range airpower during the 2026 AFA Air, Space and Cyber Conference.
NASA officially marked the completion of the restoration efforts at its Guam Remote Station on September 10th, signifying the culmination of over three years of work following Super Typhoon Mawar’s impact. The event represented the successful return to...
NASA researchers are meticulously monitoring shifts in Earth's center of mass due to seasonal variations in water distribution. These fluctuations occur as significant amounts of water move across the globe, primarily driven by melting ice and rainfall...
Scientists have recently determined that certain “vampire” white dwarfs, which consume material from their orbiting companions, possess specific conditions necessary to evolve into neutron stars. These transformations are remarkably sensitive, requiring...
At the 2026 Air, Space and Cyber Conference, key Air Force figures emphasized the necessity of preparing for operations in highly contested landscapes. These leaders highlighted a critical need to adjust strategies to account for these challenging...
On September 5th, 2026, Anak Krakatau released ash and volcanic gases as captured by the Operational Land Imager aboard Landsat 8. This eruption is characteristic of the ongoing activity at the small volcano situated geographically between Java and Sumatra...
NASA’s Curiosity rover celebrated its 5,000th Martian day while stationed at the ‘Chocolatal’ sand ridge. Utilizing its onboard black-and-white navigation cameras, the rover successfully captured two distinct panoramic images. The initial photograph was...
NASA recently awarded $10.5 million to seven organizations nationwide through its new State Hubs initiative. Space Florida was selected for Project ORBIT, which aims to expand opportunities for middle and high school students, boost enrollment in key...
NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman, commander of the Artemis II mission, will attend the Baltimore Ravens versus New Orleans Saints football game as part of NASA's Inspiration Tour. This event marks a unique opportunity for Wiseman to showcase America’s...
On Sept. 16, 1949, the U.S. launched a V-2 rocket with a monkey named Albert III on board. Here's how it happened and why it mattered.
NASA has established the Integrated Medical Model (IMM) to address the complex healthcare challenges associated with extended human missions beyond Earth. This decision-support tool specifically targets the distinct health risks posed by ventures to the...
A team of astronomers has officially identified Elias 2-24 b as the youngest known planet discovered to date, confirming its age at under one million years. The newly recognized celestial body continues to orbit within the swirling disc of gas and dust...
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson has released his newest project, "Lost in Space," a comprehensive and visually stunning exploration of the universe’s wonders. The book is presented as a 400-page journey through celestial phenomena, meticulously crafted...
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured an unprecedented image revealing a massive cosmic cloud spanning approximately 75 light-years at a distance of 400 light-years. This newly discovered structure, designated as a ‘cosmic cloud,’ exhibits intricate...
While retractable airstairs aren’t unique to Ryanair’s Boeing 737 aircraft, the airline group is certainly one of the largest users of this feature. Indeed, aircraft flying around with their own airstairs allows for quicker boarding and offloading,...
The hunt is on for a state to host the newly announced U.S. Space Academy. Groundbreaking for the new institution, wherever it ends up being, is targeted for 2027.
Russian state corporation Roscosmos successfully executed the launch of Progress 96, carrying a substantial 3 metric tons of vital supplies destined for the International Space Station on September 16th. The unmanned spacecraft is currently undertaking a...
Russia is set to commence its ninth resupply mission, designated Progress 96, targeting the International Space Station on September 16th. This unmanned spacecraft will deliver approximately three metric tons of essential supplies to the orbiting...
Etihad Airways and Swissport have formalized a broadened international collaboration through a memorandum of understanding. This expansion will increase the number of airports where Swissport delivers services to Etihad from thirty to forty locations...
Airbus is utilizing a newly introduced instrumentation station, originally developed for the A350-1000ULR, to support testing of its upcoming A350 freighter aircraft. The airframer intends to conduct the initial flight with a crew consisting of five...
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 16, 2026, showcases an infrared view of galaxy Messier 64 (M64), also known as the Magnificent Galaxy, captured by the James Webb Space Telescope. The image reveals intricate details within the spiral arms of...
Seven individuals were honored by the NASA Ames Science Directorate as "Stars of the Month" for September 2026. These team members – Steve Ormsby, Aphrodite Kostakis, Alejandro Borlaff, Sarah Nickerson, Martina Caussi, Keiko Nomura, and Stephen Broccardo –...