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Firefly Aerospace onboarded as launch provider for the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) with Alpha Rocket Firefly Aerospace announced it was selected by the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) to serve as a launch provider with Firefly’s Alpha rocket. As part of the NRO’s Streamlined Launch Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity Contract (SLIC), the agreement has a 10-year ordering period with a ceiling value of $700 million across all firm fixed-price task orders. “Firefly is ready to support the NRO’s responsive space needs as we continue to advance our rapid launch operations capability,” said Bill Weber, CEO of Firefly Aerospace. “In order to support the increased demand for Alpha launches, we’ve doubled the size of our facilities, implemented automated carbon composite technologies, and fine-tuned our operations to rapidly produce, test, and launch in response to our customers’ urgent mission needs.” The SLIC program was established by the NRO’s Office of Space Launch to leverage commercial best practices for responsive space missions and encourage competition among emerging launch providers. SLIC is open to US launch vehicles with a proven orbital record and allows providers to bid dedicated, rideshare, or multi-manifest launch services. #Space #Launch #Rocket #Aerospace #US https://lnkd.in/ehaigYpK

Historic day today! and as a proud Spaniard, you might think I'm talking about the 🏆 Eurocup semifinals between Spain and France. But no... Today the #spaceindustry has all eyes 👀 on the French Guiana 🚀, where we expect to see a successful inaugural #launch of the #Ariane6. After close to a decade of thorough development, ArianeGroup is launching this next version of their famous #ariane5, which was retired last year after 117 flights. A new chapter opens to guarantee #Europe autonomous access to #space, and you can see it live on the link below ⬇, or through the following link of European Space Agency - ESA --> https://lnkd.in/eCfdVGU7

Ballast out of the box at Europe’s Spaceport 📦 Another step on the way to takeoff for #Ariane6, thanks to the teams at ArianeGroup, ESA and CNES. Watch this video which shows a team of #SpaceEnablers unpacking two essential components of Ariane 6, both produced by ArianeGroup. First out is the payload adapter, the part of Ariane 6 architecture which connects the rocket’s upper stage to the upper composite housing the passengers. The second item you see unboxed is called Ballast and has been designed specifically for the inaugural flight, which will carry an array of small payloads - experiments, microsatellites and deployers. Together, these 11 mini passengers weigh only a fraction of a ‘standard’ satellite mission, so Ballast serves as a mass dummy makeweight - hence the name. Additionally, its top surface provides a platform to accommodate the little riders on the trip into space. 🚀

This month marks 59 years since this #Apollo Module Command Boilerplate has seen some action! 🚀 This boilerplate was used for crucial testing, and it helped lead to the success of the Apollo missions. Check out other quick facts that you probably didn’t know! #wingsmuseum #wingsovertherockies #airandspace #aerospace #spaceexploration #thingstodoindenver #denvermuseum

The future is full of cool things:) I saw ArianeGroup's Canopée powered by AYRO's Oceanwings over on Instagram. I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did. #efficiency #ocean #freight #space #continuousimprovement #operationalexcellence #businesstransformation #businessagility

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Alaska Airlines Bets On Blended Wing Body Airliner. JetZero a California based aviation company planning to build a Blended Wing Body (BWB) aircraft has secured funding from Alaska Airlines. With the BWB, the wings and the fuselage provise lift, and could provide a 50% increase in efficiency and 50% decrease in emissions, compared the wing-and-tube design of most aircraft. Its design would be roomier for passengers and can accommodate hydrogen tanks easily. The funding was made through Alaska Star Ventures, the airline's investment arm which hopes to change the future of aviation by supporting technologies that will help it reach #NetZero carbon emissions by 2040. Alaska Airlines participated in JetZero's series A funding last year and was the first airline to do so. JetZero has also partnered with Northrop Grumman Scaled Composites, LLC, United States Air Force and is working with NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Federal Aviation Administration to develop this aircraft and get it to market. The Blended Wing Body trend is, as previously posted heating up. Alaska Airlines Diana Birkett Rakow JetZero Tom O'Leary Mark Page #aviation #hybridaircraft #electricaircraft #blendedwingbody #ghg #climatechange #sustainableaviation #sustainability #defenceandaerospace #defenseandaerospace #futurist #trendforecasting https://lnkd.in/gDCbAW-m

🚀 𝗘𝗦𝗔 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗮𝘂𝗴𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝟲 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 Excitement is in the air🙌! European Space Agency - ESA has just announced the inaugural flight of the brand-new #Ariane6 rocket, scheduled for July 9th. The launch window is set from 15:00 to 19:00 local time at Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana (20:00–00:00 CEST). Ariane 6 is poised to play a crucial role in the future of European #GNSS #Galileo. As the next-generation launch vehicle, Ariane 6 will ensure the continued deployment and maintenance of the Galileo constellation, enhancing Europe's independent and highly accurate global navigation satellite system. This advanced rocket will provide reliable and flexible launch capabilities, securing the timely placement of Galileo satellites into their designated orbits. 🤞 🍀 All fingers crossed for a successful launch, ringing in a new era in European space initiatives and satellite navigation 🛰️🚀🇪🇺 #NavigatingTheFuture #FingersCrossed

The expression for the day is “multi-orbit.” Arianespace CEO Stéphane Israël made the point at #Satellite24 & GSOA “Renaissance of Satellite” discussion that the present and future reality for the launch industrial involves every orbit, with a heavy emphasis on LEO and large constellations. That is ARIANESPACE´s value proposition of providing comprehensive services and solutions is more important than ever. Our dedication to cultivating long-lasting relationships with #customers, both legacy players and new-comers, is unwavering. The #Ariane6 stands at the forefront of this commitment, offering unparalleled #flexibility with the ability to deliver payloads to any mass to any orbit at any time. Powered by a blend of proven #heritage systems and #innovative features— such as the re-ignitable #Vinci upper stage and its Auxiliary Power Unit — the Ariane 6 is the most flexible vehicle in the history of the program. The moment for Ariane 6 is #now, and Arianespace is ready to deliver for its customers. #CustomerSuccess #Innovation #Ariane6 #multiorbit

⭐🚀 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐲: 𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐬 Last week saw the first launch of the Ariane 6 rocket. This launch is an opportunity to showcase Europe's skills in the aerospace sector and, more specifically, to highlight the importance of the aerospace sector for the Normandy region, and its contribution to the Ariane 6 rocket. 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐲: 𝐚 𝐩𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 Normandy is a leading player in the aerospace, aeronautics, defence and security sectors. The NAE (Normandie AeroEspace) cluster supports the region's performance, which brings together the major players in the industry and encourages the development of forward-looking projects. Key highlights of Normandy's Aerospace Sector: ✅3rd region for aeronautics, space, defence and security ✅218 companies ✅21,500 employees ✅4.1 billion euros in GDP Moreover, the region is the leading producer of Ariane rocket engines, thanks to its site at Vernon. This facility is not only a production centre, but also a centre for education and professional development. The CAMPUS DE L'ESPACE fosters collaboration between training institutions and the aerospace industry, ensuring a skilled workforce for the future. Visit our website for more information: https://swll.to/79w7W8Q #aerospace, #innovation, #space, #technology ADNormandie, Région Normandie