Minneapolis MN (SPX) Jun 25, 2008 - Alliant Techsystems (NYSE: ATK - News) recently conducted a successful full-scale severance test of an Ares I-X first stage. The test is a milestone in the development of NASA's Ares I crew launch vehicle and is another step leading to the flight test of Ares I-X in Spring 2009.
Cologne, Germany (SPX) Jun 24, 2008 - SA began its search for new astronauts on 19 May, calling for applications from talented individuals who wish to join the European Astronaut Corps. Almost 10 000 individuals registered to begin the application process.
Vienna, Austria (XNX) Jun 24, 2008 - United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) ended its 10-day-long 51st Session in Vienna Friday.
Moscow (RIA) Jun 24, 2008 - What we have here is a typically Russian paradox: although this country was the first to try out space tourism, it has failed to develop it further, letting other countries reap the fruits of this endeavor.
Lexington KY (SPX) Jun 24, 2008 - As astronaut Garrett Reisman adjusts to Earth's gravity after three months in space, a University of Kentucky physiologist is continuing his tests on a 50-year-old drug used for liver treatments as a means of helping astronauts perform their work during space walks.
Paris, France (SPX) Jun 24, 2008 - Arianespace has taken delivery of the fourth Ariane 5 in 2008, maintaining its accelerated flight pace during the busiest year of commercial mission activity for this workhorse launch vehicle.
Washington DC (SPX) Jun 23, 2008 - Moon buggies, stardust and space food are a few of the things visitors will learn about at the NASA: 50 Years and Beyond program during this summer's Smithsonian Folklife Festival.
Washington DC (SPX) Jun 23, 2008 - As Dr. Sally Ride marks the 25th anniversary of her voyage as the first American woman in space, Commerce, Justice, Science (CJS) Appropriations Subcommittee Chairwoman Barbara A. Mikulski (D-Md.) has announced the fiscal year 2009 CJS spending bill provides almost $17.8 billion for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), which is $200 million above the President's budget request.
Melbourne FL (SPX) Jun 23, 2008 - Harris has been selected for a potential seven-year, $58 million contract to provide the RF communications/navigation system for the next-generation space suit supporting NASA's Constellation program. Harris is a member of the Oceaneering International, Inc. team.
Moscow (AFP) June 23, 2008 - A Russian businessman has paid 200,000 dollars to take his parents miles above Earth on a ride in a space ship, the Interfax news agency reported Monday.
Washington DC (SPX) Jun 23, 2008 - NASA has selected two science proposals to be the agency's next Explorer Program Mission of Opportunity investigations. One activity will study black holes and other extreme environments in the universe. The other will determine how the Earth's outer atmosphere responds to external forces.
Canoga Park CA (SPX) Jun 23, 2008 - Pratt and Whitney Rocketdyne helped scientists better understand global warming and hurricane prediction by successfully boosting the 1,100-pound Jason 2 satellite into orbit from Vandenberg Air Force Base. Jason 2 is onboard a United Launch Alliance Delta II rocket powered by Pratt and Whitney Rocketdyne's RS-27A engine.
Washington, DC (SPX) Jun 20, 2008 - The House of Representatives passed H.R. 6063, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2008 by a vote of 409 to15. This legislation is a one-year reauthorization for Fiscal Year 2009 and is intended to provide guidance to the next administration. The current NASA authorization expires September 30, 2008.
Fort Lee, NJ (SPX) Jun 20, 2008 - Orbcomm has seen six of its latest satellites, successfully launched from Kapustin Yar, Russia. The launch occurred at 2:36 AM EDT and the satellites have been successfully separated from the launch vehicle in the proper orbit. Each satellite is undergoing initial in-orbit testing and is expected to enter into commercial service within the next three months.
Fort Lee NJ (SPX) Jun 19, 2008 - Orbcomm has announced that it intends to launch six satellites; the Coast Guard Concept Demonstration satellite and five Quick Launch satellites on June 19, 2008 from the Russian Kapustin Yar launch facility at approximately 2:30 am (EDT).
Houston TX (SPX) Jun 19, 2008 - As America prepares to celebrate the 50th anniversary of NASA later this year, a new Gallup Poll shows strong support for the U.S. Space Exploration Program.
