SpaceX’s Starship rocket is undergoing a formal review by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), marking a key regulatory step before the launch system can resume flights. The review was initiated on October 19 in consultation with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and focuses on the rocket’s environmental impact under the Endangered Species Act, […]
MDA, a leading technology and services provider for the global space industry, announced its partnership with SpaceX for the launch of its next-generation Earth observation constellation, CHORUS. The launch is targeted for the fourth quarter of 2025 and will take place in Florida using SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. CHORUS aims to provide a new level […]
Regent Seven Seas Cruises, a leading luxury cruise line, has announced the successful installation of SpaceX’s Starlink internet service on its Seven Seas Mariner ship. The move aims to provide guests with high-speed, unlimited, and complimentary WiFi, enhancing the onboard experience. The installation comes ahead of the cruise line’s 2024 World Cruise, set to commence […]
Data Lake, Inc., led by tycoon Henry Sy Jr., has expanded its partnership with Elon Musk’s Starlink by signing a global retailer agreement. The deal will make Starlink hardware kits available for purchase at all SM Supermalls across the country starting November 1. SpaceX’s Starlink internet service through low earth orbit satellites. The kits, priced […]
SpaceX has secured a contract to launch up to four of Europe’s key navigation and secure communications satellites. The agreement with the European Space Agency (ESA) calls for two launches next year, each carrying two Galileo satellites, according to Javier Benedicto, ESA’s director of navigation. Final approval from the European Commission and EU member states […]
Trans-Exec Private Jets has announced the integration of Starlink high-speed, low-latency internet connectivity into its entire fleet of aircraft. The move aims to enhance the passenger experience by offering global connectivity for various online activities, including streaming, video calls, and remote working. SpaceX’s Starlink operates a low Earth orbit satellite constellation that provides internet connectivity […]
In a candid discussion with Ars Technica, senior officials from SpaceX expressed concerns about the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) impact on the company’s progress. The officials, who spoke on background, stated that the FAA’s current staffing and operational efficiency are hindering SpaceX’s Starship, Falcon 9, and Dragon programs. “The FAA needs significantly more people working […]
SpaceX is set to make a case before the US Congress on Wednesday for extending the nearly 20-year ban on safety regulations for commercial human spaceflight. William Gerstenmaier, Vice President of Build and Flight Reliability at SpaceX, is scheduled to testify at a Senate subcommittee hearing on space and science. Representatives from Blue Origin and […]
Israel’s Communications Ministry announced on Tuesday that it is in discussions with SpaceX to deploy Starlink internet services. The move aims to bolster wartime communications as Israel prepares for a possible ground invasion in the Gaza Strip. This development comes in the wake of a deadly cross-border invasion on October 7, which resulted in the […]
SpaceX’s plans to test its Starlink cellular service later this year have hit a roadblock, as AT&T and the Rural Wireless Association (RWA) have lodged complaints with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). SpaceX filed a Special Temporary Authority (STA) application earlier this month, aiming to launch a second-generation Starlink satellite equipped with “direct-to-cellular communications payloads” […]
Qatar Airways has announced a partnership with Starlink to provide complimentary high-speed internet connectivity on select aircraft and routes. This makes Qatar Airways the largest airline to offer Starlink’s service, enhancing its 5-star onboard experience. The service will offer passengers Wi-Fi speeds of up to 350 Megabits per second, suitable for a range of online […]
Maersk, a global leader in integrated container logistics, has announced a partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink to equip its fleet of over 330 container vessels with high-speed satellite internet. The roll-out is expected to be completed by Q1 2024, providing internet speeds exceeding 200 Mbps. “The high-speed connectivity will enable our seagoing colleagues to stay connected […]
Tesla is procuring stainless steel panels for its upcoming Cybertruck from Finnish company Outokumpu Oyj, according to sources familiar with the matter, reports Bloomberg. The materials are expected to be shipped to Tesla’s assembly plant in Austin, Texas. Outokumpu, Europe’s largest stainless steel producer, is known for collaborating with automakers, particularly for exhaust systems. […]
SpaceX has launched a new website to elaborate on its upcoming “Starlink Direct to Cell” service, aiming for a comprehensive rollout by 2025. The website, unveiled on Tuesday (via PCMag), states that the service will offer “ubiquitous access to texting, calling, and browsing” across various terrains including land, lakes, and coastal waters. According to the […]
SpaceX has disputed a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) report warning of potential injuries or fatalities from falling debris of U.S.-licensed satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) by 2035. In a letter dated October 9, SpaceX principal engineer David Goldstein criticized the FAA’s analysis as “deeply flawed,” relying on outdated studies and assumptions. The FAA report, […]
