Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Completes Integrated Launch Vehicle Hotfire

Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Completes Integrated Launch Vehicle Hotfire

Blue Origin Completes hotfire of New Glenn
Blue Origin completes New Glenn Hotfire test Photo: Blue Origin

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket successfully completed an integrated launch vehicle hotfire test at 7:45PM EST today, the final major milestone on the road to the vehicle’s first flight. NG-1 will carry a Blue Ring Pathfinder as its first manifested payload and will launch from Launch Complex 36 in Cape Canaveral, FL. Blue Origin is currently targeting January 6th as a potential launch date.

Holiday Drone Show Accident Injures Child

Holiday Drone Show Accident Injures Child

Drones began falling from the sky after attempting to form a Christmas Tree over Orlando's Lake Eola Park Saturday night. Photo: MosquitoCoFL Podcast
Drones began falling from the sky after attempting to form a Christmas Tree over Orlando’s Lake Eola Park Saturday night. Photo: @MosquitoCoFL Podcast

A festive holiday drone show in the skies over Orlando’s Lake Eola Park took a frightening turn Saturday night. As spectators were watching a beautiful drone formation of red and green lights, several of the drones fell from the sky, injuring a 7-year-old child.

What is Project Hinton?

What is Project Hinton?

An artist's rendering of how Pad 39A could look if SpaceX begins launching Starship there. Credit: Creative Commons
An artist’s rendering of how Pad 39A could look if SpaceX begins launching Starship there. Credit: Creative Commons

Whatever it is, it’s big. On December 18, 2024, Space Florida’s board of directors approved a substantial investment in “Project Hinton,” signifying a major development for Florida’s Cape Canaveral Spaceport.

Axiom Space to Orbit First Commercial Space Station Ahead of Schedule

Axiom Space to Orbit First Commercial Space Station Ahead of Schedule

Axiom Station could be operational as a free-flying space station as early as 2028. Credit: Axiom Space
Axiom Station could be operational as a free-flying space station as early as 2028. Credit: Axiom Space

HOUSTON, Dec. 18, 2024 – Axiom Space announced today an ambitious revision to its assembly plan for Axiom Station, enabling the world’s first free-flying commercial space station to operate as an independent orbital platform as early as 2028—two years ahead of schedule.

FMN Photographer Takes Big Win

FMN Photographer Takes Big Win

FMN congratulates our own Richard Gallagher on his award-winning shot of the Starship Heavy booster return at Boca Chica, Tx on October 13th. Competing against a slate of world class photographers who submitted over 800 entries, Gallagher’s work placed second in Aviation Week’s annual photo contest in the “Photo Illustration” category.

Trump Names Jared Isaacman as Nominee for NASA Administrator

Trump Names Jared Isaacman as Nominee for NASA Administrator

Jared Isaacman Photo: John Kraus/Polaris Program
Jared Isaacman prior launching on the Polaris Dawn mission earlier this year. Photo: John Kraus/Polaris Program

In an announcement that has sparked widespread interest in both political and aerospace circles, former President Donald Trump has nominated billionaire entrepreneur and SpaceX partner Jared Isaacman as the next NASA Administrator. The announcement was made during a press conference today at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey, where Trump praised Isaacman’s leadership in private space exploration and innovation.

Experiencing Natural Florida: This Florida Spring Is Different…

Experiencing Natural Florida: This Florida Spring Is Different…

Warm Mineral Springs Photo: City of North Port
Warm Mineral Springs Photo: City of North Port

Florida is well known to locals and visitors alike for its crystal clear springs. With water that remains in the low to mid 70’s year round, Florida’s springs are a cool respite from Florida’s sweltering summers and a sanctuary for marine life seeking warmer waters in the winter. Any way you slice it, Florida’s beautiful springs are a must see. But there is one spring that stands out from all the rest…..