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Vega C gains another payload even after a second failed launch from...
The new variant of Arianespace’s Vega rocket called the Vega C that has an updated first and second stage just received another payload contract. Vega C is planning on its launch debut in mid-2021, but...
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What kind of payloads could use Ariane 6’s new kick stage?
Today the European Space Agency announced they will add a kick stage option to their upcoming Ariane 6 rocket. The addition brings expands the payload capabilities for the rocket. more…
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OneWeb launches 34 more satellites into orbit to join their satellite...
Earlier today, 34 more OneWeb satellites were lifted into orbit on a Soyuz rocket that launched from Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan, this being the company’s 9th launch. more…
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OneWeb’s constellation passes halfway point with recent launch
Early Thursday morning, Arianespace launched Russia’s Soyuz rocket carrying 36 OneWeb satellites. This launch brought OneWeb’s constellation over the halfway point to completion. more…
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New photos show James Webb telescope standing at Arianespace’s processing...
The new flagship telescope for NASA and its partnering nations is preparing to launch beyond the Moon from French Guiana. The James Webb telescope is now seen at Arianespace’s clean room getting ready...
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Ariane 5 lifts final payload before NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope flight
Last night Arianespace launched their 111th Ariane 5 mission to space carrying satellites for SES and the French military. This marked its final flight of the Ariane 5 before it launches NASA’s James...
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Hardware issue delays launch of NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, slipping...
NASA announced Monday that the launch of its next-generation space telescope would move to December 22 after an issue with one of the adapter clamps caused vibrations to the observatory. Update: NASA...
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Launch Spotlight: Arianespace to launch NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope on...
This weekend Arianespace will be entrusted to launch NASA’s most expensive and new flagship space telescope. The James Webb Space Telescope launch will be one of the biggest butt-puckering events of...
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Merry Christmas and happy James Webb Space Telescope launch day!
This morning, the spaceflight and science communities held their breath as Arianespace launched the long-awaited James Webb Space Telescope. But, while the launch is now done, Webb has a long trip to...
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Live Blog: Updates on NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope historic launch and...
Early tomorrow morning, while those who celebrate Christmas will be busy opening gifts, NASA and Arianespace will be launching the most powerful space telescope ever built. Check before for updates on...
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Ariane 6 second stage comes to life in first hot fire test
Arianespace is making great strides in the push to launch the Ariane 6. In a recent blog post, they shared a video of a test firing of the second stage. more…
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Vega-C second stage fails during launch, losing payloads
Earlier this week, Arianespace suffered another failure with its Vega rocket, this time with the upgraded Vega-C variant. The launch took place from the Guiana Space Centre in South America and was...
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Arianespace releases cause of December Vega-C launch failure
On December 22, Arianespace launched its second-ever Vega-C rocket from the Guiana Space Centre in South America. However, the launch failed shortly after the second stage ignition, and now we know...
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Ukraine Space Agency calls the Vega-C failure investigation findings ‘premature’
Friday, Arianespace released its findings from its independent review commission’s investigation into December’s Vega-C failure, blaming a Ukrainian supplier. Now, it looks like Ukraine disagrees with...
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Vega-C gains new launch contract from ESA for Earth observation satellites
Tuesday, Arianespace announced it signed a new contract for two launches, with an option of a third, from the European Space Agency and the Italian Government. However, no response has been made on the...
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Arianespace to make debut 2023 launch with Europe’s first Jovian mission
Next week Arianespace is looking to return to launching rockets and make its 2023 debut with a launch of the Ariane 5 heavy-lift rocket from French Guiana. Ariane 5 will get to launch one more major...
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This Week Ahead in Launches: 2023 debut week for Arianespace
While we only have two launches this week, both have potentially significant implications for the future of spaceflight and science. First up will be SpaceX’s Transporter-7 mission with a rumored new...
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Ariane 5 lives on, at least for a little bit longer
The end of an era is just around the corner with the final launch of Ariane 5, a heavy-lift launch that has delivered the most revered of payloads to a range of orbits. Famously, Ariane 5 launched the...
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Space Explored Podcast 64: Blue Origin gets help from NASA on an orbital crew...
This week Seth and Jared recap the week’s top stories like the first launch of Rocket Lab’s HASTE, Astra’s financial future, and more. Then the two deep dive into Blue Origin’s agreement with NASA to...
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This Week In Launches: Ariane 5 says farwell
This week we have a few launches out of the Americas, one that is bittersweet, then two that will feel normal to all of us. The bittersweet one will of course be the Ariane 5’s final flight before...
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