T+143: Starliner, 2020 US Space Budget

Starliner’s flight test did not go as planned, and the US 2020 budget was passed, which creates Space Force and has big implications for NASA’s work.

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Topics

• Starliner anomaly to prevent ISS docking - SpaceNews.com
• NASA, Boeing Complete Successful Landing of Starliner Flight Test | NASA
• Thoughts on Starliner - Main Engine Cut Off
• Trump Signs FY2020 Appropriations Into Law – SpacePolicyOnline.com
• Artemis Wins Only Lukewarm Support in Final NASA FY2020 Appropriation – SpacePolicyOnline.com
• Trump signs defense bill establishing U.S. Space Force: What comes next - SpaceNews.com

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