We successfully tested the rapid retract system yesterday, simulating... disconnect during a New Glenn launch. The retract system ensures the transporter erector is quickly positioned away from New Glenn at liftoff to provide flyout clearance. We’ve been out on the pad testing since late May and plan to roll back to the integration facility in a few days.show more

A new high resolution satellite image shows the Blue... Origin's New Glenn launch pad following the rocket's explosion a few days ago. The largely damaged launch site can be clearly seen in detail. View and compare:show more

$ASTS BlueBird 7 is set to launch on Blue... Origin’s New Glenn which went vertical at LC-36 overnight ahead of the mission. If the launch happens in the coming days then it would mark Blue Origin’s third launch and the first reflight of a New Glenn booster.show more

Booster 19 is performing exceptionally during its initial pad... testing campaign: as the inaugural Block 3 booster at the launch site and the very first flight vehicle to undergo tests on the new Pad 2. ➡️show more

🚨ARTEMIS II UPDATE - NASA Repairs Helium Flow Issue... Inside VAB; Preparing For SLS Rollout After returning to the VAB on February 25th; NASA engineers traced the helium flow issue to a seal inside a quick disconnect in the launch vehicle stage adapter. The seal had obstructed the pathway that allows helium to flow from ground systems into the upper stage. Technicians removed and reassembled the quick disconnect hardware and have already begun validating the repair by running helium at a reduced flow rate through the system. Engineers are now assessing what caused the seal to become dislodged to ensure the issue does not recur. Meanwhile, additional work is underway across the vehicle: • Activating a new set of Flight Termination System (FTS) batteries ahead of full retesting • Replacing flight batteries on the upper stage, core stage, and solid rocket boosters • Charging Orion’s Launch Abort System batteries • Replacing a seal on the core stage liquid oxygen feed system (work began March 2) • Preparing to reassemble the oxygen tail service mast umbilical plate and conduct integrity testing Teams will continue work in the coming weeks as NASA prepares to roll the Space Launch System and Orion spacecraft back to the pad later this month, keeping a potential April launch opportunity in view. 🕘Launch T-0: April 1, 2026 📅Launch Window: 6:24PM - 8:24PM EST 🔁Additional opportunities throughApril FOLLOW for latest Artemis II updates! 📸: Zac (Zachary "Astro" Aubert) for TLPshow more

This forward module validation test is fun to see.... Our four fins on New Glenn are about the size of a car—roughly 16 feet long at the base and sticking out 6.5 feet from the body of the rocket. They’re responsible for steering the rocket on ascent and descent. Most of the structure is aluminum, which is protected from reentry heating by a durable fabric thermal protection system we invented and refer to internally as ‘Comet.’ The aerodynamic forces pushing on the fin during flight are roughly equal to the weight of a 737 aircraft. #newglenn Blue Originshow more

I’ve been in #Dublin for a few days. Yesterday... I posted about how the re-design of their bus system has led to a 20% increase in ridership in 2023. Part of that is the new high-frequency “spines”… ☘️🚍🧵show more

Our flight controls software is ready for system integration... testing, bringing us one step closer to Midnight’s first piloted flight. Archer’s engineers test our software across a wide range of conditions and locations—simulating the kinds of situations that pilots may encounter in the field.show more

Erin O'Toole: "It's really sad we're in this position... that we would have to respond. It's a sign that the U.S. has been walking away from the system they created after the war, the rules-based system of building friendships and alliances. I still hope we can make a deal and get back to that, but we've got a Plan B if that's what they choose."show more

The secret is out ....THIS IS THE BEST FLIGHT... SYSTEM on the planet !!! I'm giving away 8 sets for you to test for yourself. Answer this question and stand a chance to WIN!! Retweet with the answer. What's the name of the new condor flight system? CONDORshow more

The new Emergency Alerts system will be tested on... April 23. The system will warn people when their lives are in danger. An Emergency Alert is a loud, siren-like sound with a message on your mobile phone screen. To find out more, visitshow more

3D Printed 1:50 Starship Pad A Orbital Launch Mount... In honor of the last Starship launch from Pad A in a few days, here is a video teaser of my work-in-progress 3D printed Starbase Pad A OLM. This design features 21 servos to control the main functions of the mount and customizable software, providing some unique opportunities. Sound on to hear it in action!show more

A frontal system will move across the UK through... Sunday, pushing the hot air away to the east, introducing fresher, less humid air in from the west Temperatures returning close to average over the next few daysshow more

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket is finally on the... pad and ready for its highly anticipated maiden flight. This marks a monumental moment for the space industry as Blue Origin takes a leap into orbital spaceflight. From the innovative Blue Ring payload to booster recovery on Jacklyn, we dive into everything you need to know about this historic launch. Plus, a detailed look at New Glenn’s BE-4 engines, giant fairings, and future missions, including Blue Moon and Project Kuiper. Will this launch set the tone for Blue Origin’s reusable rocket ambitions? Join us as we unpack the details! Full video in reply.show more

Unique footage has emerged showing remote control of interceptor... drones. The 190th Training Center of the SBS reportedly used a drone-interceptor to shoot down a Shahed UAV remotely, with the pilot located at a significant distance from the launch site. The system used was LITAVR, developed by FDrones. According to the company, an operator can control the interceptor from hundreds of kilometers away from the launch point. The F7 LITAVR is already a well-known and highly effective system. As a reminder, here are the technical details (this is all open-source information): Development of the system began in autumn 2024. It was successfully tested and officially adopted in summer 2025. Serial production and deliveries to the military started in autumn 2025. Maximum speed: 350 km/h Flight time: up to 15 minutes Equipped with two cameras: daytime and thermal imaging The officially stated tactical range is 36 km, though in practice it can reach up to 60 km and operate at altitudes of up to 9.5 km. The warhead (separately codified) weighs 500 g. Detonation can occur via kinetic impact, self-destruction upon contact with the target, or manual activation by the operator. The system uses inertial guidance without GPS and features automatic terminal guidance (“last mile” / target lock system). At present, it reportedly destroys hundreds of targets per week, including Shaheds, Gerberas, Molniyas, Orlans, Lancets, and others. What is fundamentally new? Until now, mobile air defense fire groups and frontline crews using interceptor drones required a qualified pilot on-site. It has now been successfully demonstrated that a different tactic is possible: pilots can operate from protected, remote locations. The only requirement is internet access at both the control center and the launch site. Ukraine’s defense sector continues to develop innovative solutions. 📹 Oleksii Kopytko/Facebookshow more

Gliders India Limited (GIL) has successfully carried out the... first live jumps of its newly developed Advanced Parachute System. The system was designed along with #ADRDE. Two parachutes, cleared by DGAQA and certified by CEMILAC (RCMA Kanpur), were tested on 20 February 2026 at the Malpura Drop Zone in Agra. The new parachute system supports multiple deployment modes, allowing jumps from different heights. This achievement strengthens India’s effort to develop modern and reliable equipment for the Armed Forces.show more

NEW: Walmart has begun rollout of a new AI-powered... visual recognition system for produce lookup at self-checkout stations All you have to do is place a piece of produce on the self checkout. The system will automatically recognize the item and ask you to confirm This system will be expanding to all US storesshow more