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Look for NASA+ Now Streaming on Amazon Fire TV
NASA has expanded the availability of its programming through a new partnership with Amazon Fire TV Channels. The announcement, made on Thursday, confirmed that NASA+ will now be accessible to Fire TV users across the United States. Customers utilizing...
How much better is the Canon EOS R6 III than previous models for astrophotography?
Canon’s newest EOS R6 III offers significant advancements over its predecessor, the EOS R6 II, primarily through an increased sensor resolution of 8 megapixels. This upgrade is coupled with the inclusion of a CFexpress card slot, providing expanded storage...
IAI launches Ellyon ‘all-in-one’ airborne jamming solution
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) unveiled its new Ellyon airborne jamming system on July 20th, presenting it as an “all-in-one” special mission capability. The system is designed for integration with several large business jet platforms, including the...
WestJet Cancels 27 US Routes: See Full List Of Affected Flights Now
WestJet has announced the cancellation of twenty-seven flight routes servicing destinations within the United States. These route reductions primarily impact flights originating from Calgary International Airport (YYC), a key hub for the airline’s...
NASA's retired astronauts are hitting the road to get young people to vote: 'one small step for you, and one giant leap for our country.'
Retired NASA astronauts are embarking on a nationwide campaign aimed at encouraging voter turnout among younger generations. The initiative, spearheaded by former astronauts, recognizes the critical importance of civic engagement in addressing current...
Crews Move Artemis IV Liquid Hydrogen Tank
On May 15, 2026, teams at NASA's Michoud Assembly Facility successfully moved the 130-foot-long Artemis IV liquid hydrogen tank from its production cell to a dedicated test facility. This relocation occurred within the expansive 829-acre site located in...
NASA’s MAVEN Illuminates New Understanding of Auroras at Mars
NASA's MAVEN spacecraft has provided critical insights into Martian auroras, revealing a surprising parallel with their counterparts on Earth. Scientists utilizing data from the MAVEN mission discovered that specific auroral events on Mars operate through...
NASA Astronaut Chris Williams Closes Out Space Station Mission
NASA astronaut Chris Williams concluded an eight-month mission on the International Space Station as he prepares for a return to Earth. Throughout this initial orbital excursion, Williams actively participated in vital scientific investigations focused on...
Satellite spots a 'hummingbird' in Antarctica | Space photo of the day for July 23, 2026
On July 23, 2026, the National Iranian Space Agency’s Radar Satellite (NISAR) captured an unusual image resembling a hummingbird within its Antarctic data. The object identified as a hummingbird was determined to be a mountain peak located on the...
Aeralis came close to French bail-out after Barzan pulled funding, administrators reveal
Aeralis ceased trading on May 15th following a failure to meet its requirements. The modular aircraft developer nearly secured a rescue from significant investment by Barzan, according to newly published documents. Administrators revealed that the firm had...
Did a Russian Air Force SU-57 crash in Moscow? Here’s what we know so far
On July 23, 2026, a Russian military aircraft crashed within the Moscow region, triggering immediate online discussion and speculation regarding the incident. Initial reports confirmed that the downed aircraft was a Russian Sukhoi Su-57 fighter jet....
Should Artemis IV astronauts actually land near the moon's south pole? Artemis II pilot says the lunar equator might be better
NASA’s longstanding focus on the Moon’s South Pole as a destination for the Artemis program stems primarily from the potential presence of water ice, considered crucial for establishing a sustainable lunar base. However, Victor Glover, the pilot of the...
Terma targets new F-35 requirements using multi-mission pod design
Terma is presenting its multi-mission pod offering for the Lockheed Martin F-35 stealth fighter at the Farnborough air show. This structure, already approved, has potential to accommodate new systems for operators of the fifth-generation aircraft. The...
Let’s Dig In to the LAX People Mover Saga
The LAX People Mover project continues to face significant setbacks, with opening dates repeatedly pushed back. Originally slated for a March 2023 launch, the system's anticipated completion is currently set for October 2026. The delay stems from complex...
The James Webb Space Telescope's disappearing 'Little Red Dots' may lead to another cosmic puzzle
Just as the dinosaurs didn't disappear but rather evolved into birds, cosmic dinosaurs in the form of the JWST's Little Red Dots may fade away completely.
'Foreign Object Damage': NTSB & Ryanair Clash Over Cause Of Boeing 737 Window Blowout
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has dismissed Ryanair’s claims regarding the cause of the recent window blowout incident on a Boeing 737 aircraft. NTSB Chairman Bruce Tuchman directly addressed speculation raised by Ryanair Chief Executive...
Dassault delays Falcon 10X citing tighter post-Max certification rules
Dassault Aviation has delayed the entry into service of its new Falcon 10X ultra-long-range business jet by up to two years, pushing the date to as late as 2029. This marks the program’s second delay, directly attributed to a more complex regulatory...
Olympic Mountain Glory
Northwestern Washington State is dominated by dramatic landscapes shaped by natural forces. Snow-covered mountain peaks rise prominently within this region, showcasing significant geological features. Deep river valleys have been meticulously sculpted into...
The Cabin Class Airlines Once Dismissed Is Now The Most Profitable Square Footage On Any Widebody Jet
Several airlines have recently begun implementing premium economy seating options across their widebody fleets, reflecting a strategic shift within the industry. This move follows years where cabin class offerings were largely dismissed by major carriers...
China's record-breaking Gravity-1 rocket launches 9 satellites from a ship at sea (video)
On July 21st, Orienspace successfully executed the third launch of their Gravity-1 rocket, marking a significant achievement in space technology. The mission involved deploying nine satellites into orbit directly from a vessel located offshore. Gravity-1,...
Photos From Oshkosh: Blackstar Flight Simulator
Blackstar Flight Simulator unveiled its latest demonstration at Sun ‘n Fun’s Warbirds Over Wisconsin event in Oshkosh, Wisconsin on June 23, 2024. The system integrates both virtual reality (VR) and mixed reality (MR) technologies to provide a highly...
Icelandair 757 pilots disciplined after unauthorised low pass over islands
Two Icelandair Boeing 757-200 pilots have been subjected to disciplinary action by Icelandic authorities following an unauthorized low pass operation. The incident occurred during a scheduled flight from Frankfurt to Reykjavik, which took place on April...
After nearly 30 years, NASA realized this near-Earth asteroid is actually a comet. The discovery may help us defend the planet some day
Following almost three decades of observation, astronomers have confirmed that the near-Earth asteroid designated as 2024 KP65 is classified as a comet. This groundbreaking revelation stems from detailed analysis conducted by researchers at the Infrared...
NASA to Showcase Agency’s Newest Wind Tunnel in Virginia
NASA plans to host a media tour and ribbon-cutting ceremony at its Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, on Friday, July 31st. The focus of this event centers around the unveiling of the agency's newest wind tunnel, marking the first such facility...
Robotic Servicing Mission Launches with NASA Support
The Mission Robotic Vehicle (MRV), carrying the NASA-supported Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites (RSGS) payload, successfully launched on July 21st from Cape Canaveral utilizing a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The MRV’s primary objective involves...
NASA's Roman Space Telescope could reveal black holes ripping up stars. It's set to launch Aug. 30
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is poised for launch on August 30th, representing NASA’s most powerful infrared observatory ever built. This advanced instrument will primarily focus on studying dark energy and dark matter within the universe....