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After 3 years in space, validating “flight by light” and orbit raising using solar sails, LightSail2 has re-entered Earth atmosphere and burned up. Proud to have been part of the LS2 launch team.
Proactive space traffic management depends on companies like Orbit Fab to provide fuel to actively manage on-orbit assets. Mobility is the key.
Thanks Jay Skylus for sharing the rollout of the RAVN X launch vehicle! youtube.com/watch?v=sYMqpL1D…
Great presentation - press on!
Standing by for the unveiling of the Aevum RAVN X launch vehicle at 9am Pacific! youtube.com/watch?v=sYMqpL1D…
Once again on Thursday night, two objects come dangerously close to colliding in space. What are we doing about this? Tick... tick... tick...
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Barbara Plante retweeted
Donald Trump is flirting with treason by refusing to commit to a peaceful transition of power—and Republicans who stand by him while he threatens our democracy must be held accountable.
The team at Boreal Space is profoundly saddened today to learn of the passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Her moxie, intellect and sheer presence was an inspiration to us all. Our sincere condolences to her family, and may her last, most fervent wish, be granted.
Where I live in Northern California the air quality currently is 'Very Unhealthy'. Ran outside to thank our postal carrier for delivering the medicines, checks, letters, and soon ballots to America. Protect the US Postal Service!
It's SmallSat time again and LightSail 2 has been nominated for Small Satellite Mission of the Year! Please consider voting for LightSail here: aiaasmstcawards0491.survey.f…
Good luck to all of the nominees!
It's official. LightSail enters into extended mission phase after one YEAR of successful operations! Go LightSail!
Barbara Plante retweeted
LightSail 2 is embarking on an extended mission dedicated to further advancing solar sailing technology. planetary.org/blogs/lightsai…
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"The vast loneliness is awe-inspiring & it makes you realize just what you have back there on Earth."
On #ChristmasEve in 1968, Apollo 8 became the 1st mission to orbit the Moon. During a live broadcast, the crew showed views of Earth from the spacecraft: go.nasa.gov/34Y3jNT
ALT Apollo 8, the first manned mission to the Moon, entered lunar orbit on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 1968. That evening, the astronauts —Commander Frank Borman, Command Module Pilot Jim Lovell, and Lunar Module Pilot William Anders — held a live broadcast from lunar orbit, in which they showed pictures of the Earth and Moon as seen from their spacecraft.
Thank you Sean Casey-Atlas Space Operations for stopping by Boreal Space with esteemed astronaut Yvonne Cagle. We are honored!
Barbara Plante retweeted
'Girls' not only go into space, but made it possible for boys to go- like Margaret Hamilton software designer, Katherine Johnson mathematician - before NASA accepted girl astronauts! Not to mention the astronomers... #LOOKUP @Lookuponesky
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We are supporting 6 satellites on the amazing Falcon Heavy launch. reuters.com/article/us-space…
Imagine seeing this in the sky! It was a thrill of a lifetime for me!
The stunning #SpaceX Falcon Heavy STP-2 launch 'nebula' captured from the roof of #NASA's Vehicle Assembly Building––525ft up.
From @erikkuna for @SuperclusterHQ
Congrats to @SpaceX & @elonmusk on a thrilling launch
#spaceisforeveryone
L-12 hrs and counting for LightSail 2, our other payload friends, and the Falcon Heavy. The Florida skies look favorable!