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97-Year-Old Sets Record Flying in Zero Gravity
Community Heroes3d ago

97-Year-Old Sets Record Flying in Zero Gravity

After dreaming of the stars for more than 90 years, Robert Gordon McAfee became the oldest person ever to fly in zero gravity at age 97. The World War II veteran literally floated weightlessly above California, proving it's never too late to reach for your dreams.

Google News - World Record2 min read
SpaceX Lands 600th Rocket, Makes Space Flight Affordable
InnovationApr 20

SpaceX Lands 600th Rocket, Makes Space Flight Affordable

SpaceX just completed its 600th successful rocket landing, turning what was once considered impossible into a weekly routine. The breakthrough is slashing the cost of reaching space and paving the way for missions to Mars.

Google: SpaceX launch success3 min read
Artemis II Crew Returns After Deepest Space Flight in 50 Years
InnovationApr 11

Artemis II Crew Returns After Deepest Space Flight in 50 Years

Four astronauts safely splashed down in the Pacific Ocean Friday after flying farther from Earth than any humans in over half a century. The historic Artemis II mission brings humanity one giant leap closer to walking on the moon again.

Japan Times2 min read
NASA Twin Control Rooms Guide Artemis II Crew Home
InnovationApr 9

NASA Twin Control Rooms Guide Artemis II Crew Home

Two specialized control rooms in Huntsville, Alabama are working around the clock to bring the Artemis II astronauts safely home from their historic lunar mission this Friday. The twin centers represent NASA's next generation of mission support, blending cutting-edge science with human safety.

NASA2 min read
NASA Tests Rocket Explosions to Make Space Flight Safer
InnovationMar 19

NASA Tests Rocket Explosions to Make Space Flight Safer

NASA engineers are intentionally blowing up rocket fuel in the Florida desert to collect critical safety data for the next generation of spacecraft. The results will help protect communities and workers as commercial space travel expands.

NASA3 min read