Tag: FLA
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Firefly’s Blue Ghost Lunar Lander Successfully Touches Down, A Milestone for Private Space Exploration
Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost lunar lander successfully landed on the moon, becoming the first private firm to achieve this feat without a crash. The lander delivered 10 experiments for NASA as part of a $145 million contract. This mission is a stepping stone toward building a lunar economy, with more private landers expected to follow…
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U.S. Space Force Initiates Tech Accelerator for Satellite Defense
On January 29, the U.S. Space Force announced the selection of 10 companies for its Prime Fusion Pilot Accelerator Program to enhance satellite defense technologies. The initiative focuses on onboard sensors, anomaly detection, and tracking systems, aiming for integration into military satellites. The first cohort consists of five teams, with a pitch event scheduled for…