First Moon Mission Since 1972 Launches Today
We are sending people to the moon for the first time since 1972 TODAY. Don’t let this historic moment pass you by!
Roscosmos Confirms Post‑ISS Station Built From New ISS Modules
Speaking at the Federation Council, Roskosmos chief also confirmed that the post-ISS station would be assembled at ISS out of (New) Node, Science & Power and Airlock modules (as I illustrated back in 2021 ;) Context: https://t.co/wVxTkUEbNa https://t.co/zOHPUfG7hC
Artemis II Launch Sparks Excitement for Moon Return
If you're looking for a reason to get psyched about the Artemis II launch today, check this out: https://t.co/qlqzQNJzby https://t.co/hbJQThOk2Q
Starlink Lets Passengers Call on Flights, Ending Excuse
ts Time To Let Passengers Make Calls On Planes — Starlink Ends The Old Excuse - View from the Wing https://t.co/MU0lR5fhYP
Roscosmos Confirms First Methane‑Oxygen Engine Test Fired
According to Roskosmos chief, the "first firing of the methane-oxygen engine (presumably the RD-0177M demonstrator) took place just last week" (which would make it between March 23 and 29). Context: https://t.co/RwOb1eWwT3 https://t.co/lZc1VCXbeJ
Defense Spending Surge Fuels Unseen Innovation Arms Race
I'm proud to launch Sage Road's sixth report, which focuses on "Defense Innovation" (read the Executive Summary here: https://t.co/rRtYxEUTE9). Accelerating global defense spending is poised to run headlong into accelerating innovation with market participants underestimating the breadth of implications to...
Moonbound Tonight: Repeating the Dream Feels Better
People are going to the Moon (well, almost) again tonight. Saying it five times in a row, and each time feels a little better.
NASA Shares Live Artemis II Updates Alongside Livestream
In addition to the livestream, NASA is also posting live Artemis II updates here: https://t.co/9gcpALfGtC
Moon Mission Could Help Humanity Rediscover Earth
Science is transcendent -- true to nature in another galaxy on other side of the observable Universe. Humanity could use some of that transcendence here on Earth...by leaving Earth to go to the Moon. "58 Years After ‘Earthrise,’ NASA’s New...
SpaceX Rumored to Acquire Globalstar at SatShow 2026
"Rumors that SpaceX will buy GlobalStar were the buzz at SatShow 2026 last week." https://t.co/YuUnHqkpoE “I think everyone’s convinced that there will be a sale of Globalstar,” @TMFAssociates , founder of the satellite research firm TMF Associates, told @malleven33
Artemis II Fueling Progresses Smoothly, Sparking Cautious Optimism
Excited to see that the Artemis II fueling is going so well, but can't but feel ... https://t.co/gJGnTj2Cc7
Artemis Repeats Apollo’s Uneconomic, Bureaucratic Moon Missteps
I'm genuinely excited to see America headed back to the Moon. But Artemis is a moondoggle and shows we haven't learned the deepest lessons of the Apollo era. Remember that Apollo did *not* result in durable progress in space. It marked...
FCC Backs US Drone Industry Amid Anduril Showcase
AMERICAN DRONE DOMINANCE I just visited with Anduril for demonstrations of their drone & counter-drone technologies. Today, the FCC is launching a proceeding to support our domestic drone industry. President Trump has been clear that America’s innovators will lead the way. 🇺🇸 https://t.co/IETZQ5S08H
Artemis Astronauts Brave Unproven Systems on Moon Mission
Imagine the sheer courage of today's Artemis astronauts: testing aspects of the Orion capsule, a new and more distant orbit around the moon, a heat shield that previously disappointed, and...worst of all...an as yet untested. . . um. . ....
Artemis 2 Awaits Moon Launch at Dawn
Sunrise behind the Artemis 2 rocket, poised To launch to the moon. #artemisii #sls #nasa #sunrise
First Woman Launches to Moon Today – Watch Live
The first woman in history is flying to the Moon today. 💅🏼🚀💕 The launch window opens at 6:24 pm EST. Watch live on nasa.gov
Artemis II Fueling Begins at Kennedy, Launch Day Overview
Fueling has started at Kennedy Space Center. Here’s a rundown of all the big events for Artemis II launch day. https://t.co/avBdoxvMmi
Chinese Airlines Raise Fuel Surcharges Amid Iran War Fallout
Chinese Airlines to Hike Fuel Surcharges as Iran War Fallout Hits Home - Caixin Global https://t.co/tKHHV7HqD9
Artemis II Launch Begins: Four Astronauts Head to Moon
It’s a beautiful morning in Florida. We will be watching closely as they fuel up the space launch system. The Artemis two mission will carry four people to the moon. It’s a moment in history and I’ll keep you posted.#milesobrien...
Quiet Dawn at KSC Press Site Precedes Busy Day
A beautiful morning at the KSC press site. Still pretty quiet here. That’ll soon change. https://t.co/4NBvEjLo0e
Trump Administration Plans Public Notice for U.S. Drone Dominance
D.C. Memo: @BrendanCarrFCC Expected to Release Public Notice on Achieving U.S. Drone Dominance: “@POTUS Trump has been clear that the Administration will act to secure our airspace and unleash American drone dominance,” Carr said. https://t.co/Ep5RQw5h6z https://t.co/4obcEG0BWt
NASA Greenlights SLS Fueling for Artemis 2 Launch
NASA says it is go to begin tanking the SLS for today's Artemis 2 launch attempt. https://t.co/wfaqCkBpTO
WRC27 Revisits GEO‑LEO Power Limits After 30 Years
At @ITU #WRC27, prepare for Round 2 of GEO v LEO fight over power limits (EPFDs) on LEOs 30 yrs ago to protect GEOs. WRC23 agreed to studies to assess of tech advances allow relaxing them. @Viasat @telesat @SES_Satellites...
RTX Engine Deliveries Surge in 2026 Amid Airbus Ramp‑Up
RTX engine deliveries are set to rise in 2026 as Airbus ramp-up shifts output toward new aircraft builds. https://www.metalnomist.com/2026/04/rtx-engine-deliveries-rise-as-airbus.html
Artemis Costs Under 0.5% of US Budget
Alright, the Artemis II launch is less than a day away. So I want to address some recurring criticisms I've seen: it's too expensive, we need to solve problems down here, it's too dangerous, it does nothing for the greater...
Robotic Wings Replicate Vertebrate Slow‑Flight for Bird‑like Takeoff
Wings Take Flight: Mimicking Vertebrate Slow-Flight for Bird-Like Takeoff via @ZappyZappy7 #EmergingTech #Innovation #Technology #Tech https://t.co/h28ADj6AzA
Few Transporter 16 Payloads Remain Unidentified, SM‑1.2 Owner Sought
Of over 100 payloads deployed on the Transporter 16 launch, only a few have had no info released about them. Does anyone know who owns the "SM-1.2" satellite?
Excited for Artemis Launch, Uneasy About April Fool's Timing
I am so unbelievably excited for this Artemis launch but I really REALLY wish they weren’t doing it on April fools day… the conspiracies have already started
Wishing NASA Success on Artemis Launch, Bon Voyage Christina
Wishing @NASAAdmin and the entire @NASA team the best for tomorrow's Artemis launch attempt - and a special 'bon voyage' to @centerforastro alum @Astro_Christina !
US Military Outlines Emerging Moon Strategy
The US military is developing a strategy for the Moon. Here's where things stand. https://t.co/7DZaZ8Dmnn
NASA Holidays Boost Launch Odds This Time
I think it will actually launch this time for the simple reason that NASA events and holidays (however small) just like to go together.
NASA's “Fastest” Reentry Matches Apollo 10 Speeds
NASA claims the Art. 2 reentry will be the fastest crew entry ever at "about 25000 mph" (i.e. somewhere in the range 10.95 to 11.40 km/s). However the Horizons trajectory for Art2 appears to give 11.06 km/s (inertial) while Apollo...
Artemis II Crew Set to Launch Around Moon Tomorrow
The countdown is on! In under a day hopefully the Artemis II crew of 4 will be on their way around the moon. 👨🚀👨🚀👩🚀👨🚀 https://t.co/kwANSZYAmO
Delta's 2028 Wi‑Fi Upgrade Leaves United Ahead Now
Delta Air Lines is bringing faster, satellite-powered Wi-Fi to its planes via Amazon’s Leo network — but with the rollout not starting until 2028, United Airlines remains the better bet for high-speed connectivity right now. https://t.co/zAi3emQRin
F-35 Crashes in Nevada; Pilot Ejects Safely
F-35 Crashes In The Nevada Test And Training Range Complex The aircraft went down in the range complex north of Las Vegas earlier today, with the pilot safely ejecting. https://t.co/UYfpcloO4p
Pakistan Alerts Jet Fuel Shortage
Pakistan & jet fuel crisis: Tonight, Pakistan has issued a NOTAM warning of ‘disruption in supply chain of jet fuel’ and advises airlines to carry maximum fuel from origin & to avoid refuelling in Pakistan 🛢️👇🏽 https://t.co/XoKrzwpziG
Hire Outsiders to Spark Breakthrough Innovation
I met one of the cofounders of @neuralink last week at @hf0 (he's now building a new way to get cargo from China to USA a lot cheaper via autonomous dirigibles like the Goodyear Blimp, but designed and manufactured all...
Israeli Strikes Damage Civilian Planes at Tehran Airport
Caspian Airlines MD-83 at Tehran's Mehrabad Airport after Israeli strikes. Holes ripped through the fuselage, insulation hanging out. Mehrabad handles regular passenger flights but is also used for military stuff, and reports confirm multiple civilian-registered planes got hit on the ground...
Marvel Tech Meets F-35: Cross‑Industry Innovation
From Hollywood to aerospace - how Marvel interfaces influences the F-35 (and vice versa). Only in April 2026 AEROSPACE #avgeek https://t.co/nOh3geQBMP https://t.co/YfeJjBtrCU
Reform UK Pledges to Drop Short‑haul Flight Fee
Reform UK vows to scrap air passenger fee on short-haul flights https://t.co/hGPfsoAxgb via @LucyGJWhite https://t.co/8UtoCIwCSi
Artemis II Moon Mission Remains On Track for April 1
Everything Still on Track for Artemis II Launch to the Moon on April 1 https://t.co/78OHpYtZiS
Board First-Class First: Airlines' Profit Drivers Demand Priority
Airlines who literally make all their profit from their first class passengers should always board them first, no exceptions
NASA Readies Moon Return After 50 Years, Billions Invested
Great feature by @lorengrush: Billions of Dollars and More Than 50 Years Later, NASA Prepares to Return to the Moon https://t.co/mnCAxEiLNO
Rheinmetall‑Boeing Alliance Boosts Ghost Bat European Market
MQ-28 Ghost Bat Gains Major European Foothold As Rheinmetall Joins Forces With Boeing The MQ-28 Ghost Bat could be fielded by the Luftwaffe, but the door is also open to a potentially very lucrative European CCA market. https://t.co/TN5Qrahts1
US, Europe Lay Foundations for Future LEO Satnav Networks
US, Europe put down markers for future LEO satnav constellations: @XonaSpace Series C brings total financing to $320M; @esa launch of 2 sats registers L-, S-band spectrum w/ @ITU. @infoGMV @aerospacelab_ @OHB_SE @Thales_Alenia_S @GermanOrbital @RocketLab.https://t.co/pKb7ilALbh https://t.co/2lLg6ALUdc
China Conflict Would Overstretch US Tanker Fleet, Warns Veteran Commander
What It Will Take To Fuel A Fight Against China From Former KC-135 Wing Commander Retired Air Force Col. Troy Pananon offers candid insights into the strain a fight with China would put on the tanker fleet. https://t.co/dLfQL3egZp
Outsiders Drive Radical Innovation in Aerospace and Auto
Indeed, it was *because* I was not from the aerospace industry that SpaceX made such radical breakthroughs. Same for Tesla. Those in the industry would have if they could have.
Finally Thrilled: Orion's Third Flight Exceeds Expectations
I had mixed feelings about the first two flights of Orion. But not this one. https://t.co/9YROBrhJ7M
Artemis 2 Likely Launches Wednesday, 80% Chance
Artemis 2 weather forecast is 80% go for Wednesday. If launch slips: 70% go Thursday, 75% Friday, 70% Saturday.
Space Megaconstellations Threaten Near-Earth Environment, Urge Resilience
The new Big Think print issue just dropped: on the Roots of Resilience. Here's how we can avoid a space megaconstellation mega-disaster. The current situation, where companies do nothing, is a recipe for destroying our one & only near-Earth environment. https://t.co/FycTO9j4QD