Artemis II Crew Arrives at KSC for Media Q&A
Artemis II crew is enroute to KSC. Expected to land abt 2:30 pm ET. NASA's Jared Isaacman and CSA's Lisa Campbell will be there to greet them. Crew then will answer questions from the media. Full list of public events (times subject to change, of course): https://t.co/dE3D0Mze4C
Shiyan‑33’s Low Orbit Raises Questions on CZ‑2C Capacity
Shiyan-33 tracked in a 485 x 505 km x 97.5 deg, 1030 LTDN SSO. With the CZ-2C/YZ-1S launch vehicle and such a low orbit, this must be a fairly massive satellite - anyone know the capacity of CZ-2C/YZ-1S to this orbit?
AA Flight Attendants Warn of Imminent Bankruptcy
American Airlines Flight Attendants Fear Bankruptcy — Internal Union Minutes Call Finances "Dire" - View from the Wing https://t.co/lYnlSFQBYa
Iran's Missiles Can't Disrupt or Deter US‑Israeli Attacks
I suppose it depends on what purpose you believe Iran's ballistic missiles must serve. It does not appear that Iran's missiles are capable of either disrupting ongoing Israeli and US air campaign nor deterring further Israeli and US attack.
Critics Slam NASA's Controversial Commercial Space Station Plan
No one, it seems, is happy with NASA's new idea for commercial space stations. https://t.co/SVhXpYQAnK
VR‑controlled Robot Swarms Expose Military AI Governance Gap
Drones disrupted modern warfare. Now, a vision of a single operator with a VR helmet directing a swarm of robots ready for combat. This isn’t an episode of Black Mirror. It’s the near-future. Tech is outpacing doctrine, law, and ethics. That gap is where...
AST SpaceMobile Seeks to Double Satellite Fleet Beyond 243
"AST SpaceMobile, is seeking permission to more than double its satellite fleet size. Currently it has authorisation to orbit 243 satellites." via Advanced Television https://t.co/opYjPXyR2l
AI-Powered Archive Boosts Global Threat Monitoring
Just wrapped an incredible @planet On the Road in DC! Great to see our partner countries and companies. We are committed to helping Global security. Our archive, now nine years strong, along with AI enables countries to monitor large areas...
Eurofighter Typhoon Remains Europe’s Air‑power Cornerstone.
With the Aerodynamic Modification KIt (AMK)and other upgrades on the way - the Eurofighter Typhoon is still set to be the cornerstone of European air power. #avgeek https://t.co/HctQ8eSjo4 https://t.co/MjAZ7AJHKF
Defense Spending Shifts From Platforms to Systems, Software, Autonomy
Defense spending is broadening beyond platforms into systems, software, and autonomy. Here’s how key players are positioned across the defense ecosystem 👇 $LMT Lockheed Martin anchors U.S. precision strike and missile defense. PAC-3 interceptors, JASSM and LRASM production ramp alongside Next Generation...
ArianeSpace Eyes 7‑8 Launches, Ariane 6 Upgrade Mid
.@Arianespace: 7-8 flights still doable this yr; #Ariane6 block 2 upgrade by mid-year; assessing demand signals for 2029-30 from @defis_eu #Iris2, @bundeswehrInfo #SatComBw4, @Amazonleo.https://t.co/JWo6B0KcJk https://t.co/bMUkosjHQJ
Combat‑proven All‑weather Counter‑drone System From FortemTech
@FortemTech has the combat-proven, all-weather, day/night low-collateral effect #CUAS comprehensive counter-drone technology to solve this problem - now
China Unveils Autonomous Air‑sea Hybrid Drone
TJ-FlyingFish: China’s #Autonomous Air-Sea Hybrid #Drone That Flies and Dives via @WevolverApp #Innovation #EmergingTech #Technology https://t.co/8ZCuWs0Gil
China Launches Shiyan‑33 Test Satellite on CZ‑2C/YZ‑1S
LAUNCH at 0411 UTC Mar 27 of a CZ-2C/YZ-1S from Jiuquan with the Shiyan 33 test satellite ( 试验三十三号卫星 ). Orbit not yet known.
Senate Commerce Reschedules Satellite Bills After Democratic No‑Show
Senate Commerce will try again tomorrow morning (Mar 27) 10:00 am ET to pass those bills that were to be considered on Wed., incl two satellite related, but couldn’t be bc no Democrats were in attendance. https://t.co/zjaGR3ggpt
ADS‑B Ground Vehicle Issue Already Resolved, Says FAA Letter
Dear FAA - ADS-B on-board airport ground vehicles problem has already been solved. https://t.co/FR1BGDeqXW https://t.co/RYh36ah7FH
Walking Through the Iconic Concorde at Aerospace Bristol
Had such a great visit to Aerospace Bristol today ✈️ Getting to see the Concorde up close — and actually walk through it — was incredible. We’ve been to the one
NASA to Unveil Under‑Budget Roman Space Telescope April 21
NASA will unveil the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope -- which Nicky Fox cheers as under budget and ahead of schedule -- at Goddard Space Flight Center on April 21. Press bfg at 4:00 pm ET will be on YouTube....
New Glenn Capacity Cut by ~20% From 61 Satellites
A ~20% reduction in New Glenn capacity compared to the originally expected 61 satellites... https://t.co/H4l2vyx0DP
Navy Targets $1.7B T‑45 Replacement, Drops Unflared Landing Requirement
NEW: The Navy sets the plan and requirements to replace its T-45 trainer, targeting an EMD cost of no more than $1.7 billion to start fielding 216 aircraft To get there, the Navy has officially settled on not requiring unflared landings/field...
AF HASC Reveals Further Setbacks For
We break-- buried on pg 8 of AF Space acquisition boss's HASC statement yesterday -- more bad news for RTX OCX system after AF accepted last July: ``extensive and more operationally relevant testing w actual GPS satellites, ground antennas,...
Air China’s 2025 Losses Grow Amid Fare Pressure, Iran Conflict
Air China's losses widen in 2025 as fare pressure weighs, risks ahead from Iran war https://t.co/rytW0V9qbu
Veteran Commander Warns Epic Fury Straining Tanker Fleet
Veteran KC-135 Base Commander’s View Of Epic Fury’s Strain On The Tanker Force Retired Colonel Troy Pananon knows just how big a toll Epic Fury is taking on the fleet, its maintainers, and aircrews. Exclusive: https://t.co/QmUmvLbbed
Administration to Submit FY2027 Budget Request Next Week
Confirming recent rumors that the Administration will send the FY2027 budget request to Congress next week, Sen Approps Cmte chair Susan Collins tells Politico it's supposed to arrive at the end of next week. https://t.co/eF2p9GpD3K Vought to testify to...
Open Cosmos Accelerates Ka‑Band Satellite Build for ITU Deadline
.@Open_Cosmos @RafelJorda, under September @ITU deadline for Ka-band constellation: 'We're building satellites like there's no tomorrow, 24/7, at our four sites.' @esa @TesatSpacecom @trans_celestial. https://t.co/25uSLtzteI https://t.co/avruEhlyux
Iranian SAM Threat Persists Despite Low‑Threat Coastal Operations
Navy F/A-18’s Close Call With An Iranian SAM Highlights Remaining Risks To Epic Fury Aviators Even in lower-threat coastal areas, MANPADS are a real risk to lower-flying aircraft, and true air supremacy across Iran still isn't a reality. Updating Live: https://t.co/yn4zkYaM4A
NASA Ignition Site Adds Tuesday PowerPoints, Fact Sheets
NASA's new "Ignition" website (https://t.co/hkp5h15SSN) now has the Powerpoints from Tuesday. Keep scrolling down past "media resources" to each topic. Fact sheets and links to the RFIs/RFPs are there too.
Sharing Apollo 12 Gem, Seeking Lost TV Transmissions
Writing a talk that includes this gem from Apollo 12 so thought I’d share it! Also if you know where those TV transmissions might live let me know, Google has truly become crap as a search engine. #author #history #space...
Dayton Airport Auctions FedEx Plane Starting at $6,400
Just in case you're looking to purchase a plane, Dayton Airport is selling a FedEx plane via @liquidityinc' auction website. Current bid is $6,400. https://t.co/9aGEsWV6Tr
Soyuz‑5 Launch Delayed to March 29, Flight Early April
The rollout of the first Soyuz-5 rocket to launch pad Site 45 in Baikonur, Kazakhstan, was postponed from today to March 29, in turn, pushing its inaugural flight to April 2, at the earliest, according to Kazakh media. Context: https://t.co/DBcHRiQe36 https://t.co/S8p6AAE3IL
United Transforms CRJ‑200 Into Premium CRJ‑450, Cuts Seats
As demand for premium travel continues to surge, United is not resting on its laurels. Enter the CRJ-450, a lower-capacity CRJ-200 in disguise. Seat count drops by nine seats to 41 including seven First Class seats and four rows of...
China Demonstrates Atlas Drone Swarm with AI Combat Upgrade
China unveils full-process demonstration of Atlas drone swarm operations system, expert highlights algorithm-enabled combat upgrades https://t.co/KM8FySikPc
MNOs Embrace Neutral-Host Satellite Constellations
.@MDA_space CEO @MGreenley details status of @Telesat Lightspeed, @Globalstar's 17-sat replacement order and Globalstar's 50+ satellite C-3 constellation and a 'neutral host' constellation idea that MNOs seem to like. @Apple.https://t.co/QiIcACD0Zf https://t.co/EJDK27EjeF
LATAM
Lula is at LATAM’s São Carlos MRO facility... undisputed leader in aeronautical maintenance across South America. They’re highlighting the LATAM-Embraer deal for 24 firm + 50 option E195-E2 jets (deliveries kicking off late 2026). LATAM’s already pouring ~US$4B into Brazil...
Cathay Pacific Hikes Fuel Surcharge 34%, Reviews Biweekly
Cathay Pacific to raise fuel surcharge again from April 1st, and will review/revise every two weeks. Fuel surcharge to rise by 34%. Via Bloomberg: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-03-26/cathay-raises-fuel-levies-again-to-review-them-every-two-weeks
All Back LEO Launch Extension, Except SpaceX
Amazon to FCC: Everyone Supports a Leo Satellite Launch Extension, Except SpaceX https://t.co/mzYuITGCAw #SpaceEconomy https://t.co/9rYGlrjkES
European Space Power Backs Ignition Lunar Base Plan
One of the three major space powers in Europe signals its strong support for the Ignition plan to develop a sprawling lunar base over the next decade.
NASA Prepares Artemis II Lunar Flyby Launch Next Week
NASA Gears Up for Artemis II Launch Around the Moon a Week From Now https://t.co/EkQMgSOIZJ
U.S. Must Overhaul Air Defense for Pacific Threat
US needs a totally new air defense strategy. This also includes congressional advocacy, procurement, etc. Leadership has failed us here. Little movement for many years when it was clear the nature of the mission was morphing rapidly. Time for a...
Two Siwei Gaojing Imaging Satellites Launch via CZ‑2D
LAUNCH at 2251 UTC Mar 25 of the Siwei Gaojing 2-05 and 2-06 commercial imaging satellites by CZ-2D from Taiyuan
UAV Countermeasures Known; Implementation Remains the Challenge
Lots of discussion of countering UAVs at the moment. @Justin_Br0nk and I published this in 2024: https://t.co/dsSGyI9mfx Lots of others with similar conclusions. The answers have been known for some time - the problem is implementation. @RUSI_org @roberttollast
Isaraerospace Launch Aborts Seconds After Liftoff; Cause Unknown
.@isaraerospace launch aborts at second of scheduled liftoff, cause unclear. countdown had been delayed by a boat in launch area earlier. https://t.co/TXLNBwmRVz
LaGuardia Plane
LaGuardia Plane Crash Into Fire Truck + Rob Mark on Losing a Pil… https://t.co/BB8lwrUy17 https://t.co/fevl12WkF4
New Debris Object Misplaced in Expected Launch Catalog Range
There's a new object cataloged as 68376 and tagged as a debris object from the 2026-009 ALSAT-3A launch; it's in the catalog number range I was expecting for the 2026-061 Rassvet launch, but no TLEs for that launch yet.
Space Force Releases StriX-6 Orbital Data and Stage Details
Space Force orbital data now out for StriX-6, launched on Mar 20, showing it in a 557 x 580 km x 50.3 deg orbit with Electron stages in 173 x 491 km and 340 x 558 km.
Ariana 737-400 Skids Off Kabul Runway, Injuries Reported
An Ariana Afghan Boeing 737-400 veered off the runway on landing in Kabul today. Passengers slid down emergency chutes, some injuries, and the aircraft took some damage.
Airlines Cutting In‑Flight Service Over Minor Turbulence
Prior to Covid I could probably count on one hand how many times I had a flight discontinue all in flight service for “potential rough air”, now it happens on probably a third of my flights. Maybe more. Happens all...
RT Misstates F‑18 Loss; only F‑35 Was Hit
RT drops IRGC claim: US F-18 'hit by air defenses over Iran' . In Reality the documented case is the March 19 F-35 that got tagged, pilot wounded by shrapnel, emergency landing confirmed by CENTCOM. No independent verification on a...
B‑2’s Organic, Curvy Leading Edge Defies Straight Lines
This spooky image of the B-2 is another great study of the aircraft's very organic-like leading edge shape. Nothing straight. https://t.co/vcqFIHYorX
NASA Admits Limited Future for Humans in LEO
Pour one out for NASA's Joel Montalbano. Months ago he is confirmed to appear before the US House to speak about the future of humans in low-Earth orbit. On the day before his appearance NASA basically says there isn't much...