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A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft carrying NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov successfully launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, marking the beginning of the Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The launch, originally scheduled for August, was delayed multiple times due to factors including Hurricane Helene. This mission is unique for carrying only two crew members, with the remaining seats reserved for the return of NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, currently on the ISS, who will be returning to Earth using the Dragon in February 2025.

SpaceX’s Crew-9 mission, the first human spaceflight launch from pad 40, has successfully lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, and is now on its way to the International Space Station. The crew is expected to dock with the space station on Sunday, September 29th.

A SpaceX mission is set to launch on Saturday, carrying two astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) and bringing home two American astronauts who have been stranded for months due to issues with the Starliner spacecraft. The mission is notable for its unique crew composition and the use of a new launch pad.

NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov will launch to the International Space Station on Saturday after several delays. The SpaceX Crew-9 mission is scheduled to lift-off from Cape Canaveral at 1:17 pm EDT, with live coverage available on NASA+. The mission was initially planned for mid-August but faced delays due to issues with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft and Tropical Storm Helene.

Rocket Lab experienced a safe on-pad abort during a planned launch for Kineis, a French space agency-backed startup. The company is assessing options for a future launch attempt, citing ground support equipment failure as the cause. Despite the setback, Rocket Lab shares are seeing a rise today.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a hefty fine against SpaceX for multiple safety violations related to Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy launches. These violations include unauthorized changes to communications plans and using an unapproved fuel source, highlighting the FAA’s stringent oversight of space launch operations.

NASA has postponed the launch of its Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station by one day, aiming for a liftoff on Sept. 25. The delay is intended to ensure thorough prelaunch preparations and allow for a proper separation between space operations. The mission, originally slated for Aug. 18, has faced several delays, including a hold up due to the Boeing Starliner mission.

SpaceX has expressed frustration over the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) decision to delay the Starship rocket’s fifth test flight until late November. The company alleges that the delay is due to unnecessary environmental analysis and criticizes the FAA’s lengthy licensing process, claiming it hinders America’s space leadership.

Europe’s Vega rocket has completed its final mission, launching the Sentinel-2C satellite into orbit. The rocket, which has been in service for 12 years, is being retired in favor of the upgraded Vega-C model. The launch was a success, marking Vega’s 20th successful launch, and paving the way for the future of European space exploration.

Europe’s Vega rocket successfully launched its final mission, carrying the Sentinel-2C satellite, which will be crucial for monitoring water quality, detecting methane emissions, and supporting natural disaster management. The launch, originally delayed due to technical issues, marked the end of an era for the Vega rocket, which will be replaced by the more powerful Vega-C.