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T+283: Starliner, Fram2, VIPER, Blue Moon (with Jeff Foust)
Aug 15, 2024
Jeff Foust, an expert in space news and a writer for Space News, discusses critical updates in the aerospace industry. He dives into the ongoing challenges with NASA's Starliner, including safety concerns and delays, as well as the complexities of the Fram2 mission aimed at polar orbit human spaceflight. Foust also highlights Lockheed Martin's acquisition of Terran Orbital and its financial implications, all while exploring exciting upcoming missions like VIPER and the potential of international collaborations in space exploration.
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- NASA's Starliner mission is navigating critical safety evaluations and communication issues, with an anticipated decision on astronaut return soon.
- Lockheed Martin's acquisition of Terran Orbital highlights significant shifts in small-satellite manufacturing and the industry's supply chain dynamics.
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The Starliner Update and Safety Culture
The podcast details the current status of NASA's Starliner mission, highlighting it as a crucial human spaceflight safety challenge since the Columbia disaster. NASA's approach involves thorough evaluation mechanisms, ensuring differing viewpoints are considered to reach a consensus on whether it's safe for astronauts to return. The discussion notes that communication has been a significant issue, especially regarding the mission’s timeline and backup options, which were not clearly conveyed. Acknowledging the possibility that the mission could extend into next year adds urgency to their deliberations, with a decision anticipated soon.
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