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NASA Tracking Plane-Sized Asteroid Approaching the Earth Today

NASA is monitoring a plane-sized asteroid zooming past the Earth on Thursday at around 13,600 miles per hour. The space rock known as "2022 YS5" made its closest approach at around 4.15 million miles from the Earth, according to NASA's Jet …

NASA tests new supersonic plane with revolutionary tech that solves Concorde's fatal flaw

NASA is testing a new aircraft that could pave the way for a new era of supersonic air travel by addressing an issue at the heart of Concorde's commercial failure. The dream of a 'son of Concorde' capable of whisking passengers from New York to …

Video: NASA’s supersonic jet begins ‘taxi tests’ to break sound barrier silently

For the first time, NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic aircraft has moved under its own power, officially kicking off its “taxi tests.” On July 10, 2025, NASA test pilot Nils Larson completed the aircraft’s first low-speed taxi test in the U.S. Air Force Plant …

NASA performs first taxi tests of experimental X-59 supersonic demonstrator 

NASA has started taxi tests of its new X-59 supersonic experimental aircraft, marking the first time that the X-59 has moved under its own power.  On July 17, 2025, the United States space agency shared footage and images of the aircraft moving at slow …

NASA’s X-59 Quiet Supersonic Aircraft Begins Taxi Tests

NASA/Jacob Shaw NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic research aircraft has officially begun taxi tests, marking the first time this one-of-a-kind experimental aircraft has moved under its own power. NASA test pilot Nils Larson and the X-59 team, made up of …

NASA’s X-59 Quiet Supersonic Aircraft Begins Taxi Tests

Europe working to launch 'Invictus' hypersonic space plane by 2031 (video)

Europe doesn't want to be left out of the space plane party. The European Space Agency (ESA) is funding the development of a hypersonic space plane pathfinder, which will start flying by 2031 if all goes according to plan. The work is being done via a …

Award-Winning Film Studio Delphia Entertainment Begins Production on New NASA Documentary Before the Moon

NASA trained in Warminster. From steamboats to space shuttles, this doc uncovers the hidden innovators who launched America skyward. WARMINSTER, PA, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Delphia Entertainment, the acclaimed …

Air Scouts of Oscoda learn about aircraft construction

OSCODA – Every summer since 2019, some lucky scouts have convened in a hangar at the Oscoda-Wurtsmith Airport to learn about aircraft construction. The program, known as the Scout Aviation Maintenance Experience (or SAME), allows up to six scouts, who are …

NASA F-15s validate tools for Quesst mission

High over the Mojave Desert, two NASA F-15 research jets made a series of flights throughout May to validate tools designed to measure and record the shock waves that will be produced by the agency’s X-59 quiet supersonic experimental aircraft. The F-15s, …

NASA Deploys High-Tech Aircraft to Support Texas Flood Relief and Recovery Efforts

NASA deployed two aircrafts to help state and local authorities in the continuing recovery operations, in response to the flood near Kerrville, Texas. The aircrafts are from NASA's Disasters Response Coordination System, and is activated to support the …

NASA Software Catalog Puts Agency Solutions at Innovators’ Fingertips

NASA’s latest open Software Catalog, released Wednesday, offers more than 1,200 downloadable codes developed by agency engineers that could enable faster solutions to energize the space economy and stimulate American ingenuity. The catalog is part of NASA’ …

U.S. House Subcommittee Rejects Proposed NASA Budget Cuts

A U.S. House subcommittee on July 15 voted to reject NASA funding cuts contained in the White House’s fiscal 2026 budget proposal. The Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice and Science (CJS) voted to advance to the full House Appropriations Committee …

NASA’s DART Mission Deflected an Asteroid – But Unleashed a Swarm of Space Boulders

This illustration depicts NASA’s Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) spacecraft prior to impact at the Didymos binary asteroid system. Credit: NASA/Johns Hopkins APL/Steve Gribben Astronomers at the University of Maryland found that a …

NASA's flying science labs are mapping minerals and deposits from high in the sky

From space exploration to mapping minerals from the skies, NASA’s technology doesn’t just look out toward the stars – it’s also helping scientists understand the land beneath our feet. A new mapping effort aims to uncover critical minerals here on Earth, …

NASA and JAXA test X-59 model in supersonic wind tunnel

NASA and the Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency have completed testing of a scale model of the X-59 experimental aircraft in a supersonic wind tunnel in Chofu, Japan. The test represents an important milestone for NASA’s X-59, which is designed to fly …

NASA's sci-fi-looking X-59 feels the supersonic wind blow in test tunnel | Space photo of the day for July 16, 2025

Recently, a team from NASA and the Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) tested a model of the X-59 experimental aircraft. What is it? The X-59 aircraft measures around 99.7 feet (30.4 meters) long, with a wingspan of 29.7 feet (9 meters). With the …

“Sounds Like Thunder, Flies Like a Ghost”: NASA’s 19-Inch X-59 Just Hit Mach 1.4 in a Shocking Japan Supersonic Test

IN A NUTSHELL 🚀 NASA and JAXA successfully tested a scale model of the X-59 at Mach 1.4, gathering critical data for supersonic travel. ✈️ The 19-inch model was tested in a wind tunnel, simulating real-world flight conditions for validating the aircraft’s …

Nasa trials TINY supersonic ‘Son of Concorde’ for 925mph flight in tunnel – but prototype airplane measures just inches

NASA researchers have been using a tiny aircraft dubbed "Son of Concorde" in trials to assess the impact of supersonic flights on residents. The tests took place in a wind tunnel in Japan measuring just 3ft by 3ft. 1 The tiny 'Son of Concorde …

Europe Strengthens Position as Global Hub for Aviation Talent Amid Industry Rebound

Europe emerges as a key aviation talent hub, driven by strong training, rising global demand, and cross-border career opportunities amid industry rebound. KALKARA, SOUTH EAST, MALTA, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Europe is positioning …

Public Safety Drones Market Size Expected to Reach $3.7 Billion by 2032

Public safety drones market was valued at $1.1 billion in 2022, and is estimated to reach $3.7 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 13.1% from 2023 to 2032. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- By application, the …

Airborne Optronics Market size to cross $4.8 billion by 2032, register at a CAGR of 12.4%

Surge in adoption of unmanned aerial vehicles, increase in focus on intelligence, surveillance & reconnaissance (ISR) & surge in defense budgets & expenditure. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Aerial Works Achieves Triple ISO Certification: A New Standard in Drone Security for Mining and Industrial Sectors

A New Standard in Drone Security for Mining and Industrial Sectors JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Aerial Works, a South African leader in drone-powered security operations, has officially achieved ISO …

FORTEC US Signs Value-Added Reseller Agreement with Cincon Electronics

FORTEC US partners with Cincon Electronics to expand its power supply offerings and enhance customer solutions. RONKONKOMA, NY, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FORTEC US, a leading provider of industrial display, embedded, and …

Aerospace Composite Market to Surge to USD 64.4 Billion by 2034, Registering a Strong CAGR of 11.3%

The growth of the aerospace composite market is propelled by the increasing demand for fuel-efficient and lightweight aircraft. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allied Market Research recently published a report …

Aerospace Avionics Market Size Expected to Reach $111.6 Billion by 2032

Aerospace avionics industry was valued at $48.74 billion in 2022, and is estimated to garner $111.6 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 8.9% from 2023 to 2032 WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The aerospace …

Drone Communication Market Insights, Swot Analysis, Size, Share, And Key Growth Factors

Rising demand for advanced drone technology in surveillance, reconnaissance, and various industries is anticipated to drive the growth of the global market. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Drone communication …

MOONTON Games partners The Little Black Book Studios and Base Media to develop animated series for Mobile Legends

The series will feature the same award-winning animation team behind Ne Zha 2 SINGAPORE, CHINA, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MOONTON Games, the global developer and publisher of the hit mobile Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game …

National Flight Training Alliance (NFTA) Continues to Grow, Welcomes New Members

NFTA welcomes top aviation leaders to its board, uniting industry voices to advance safety, innovation, and sustainability in U.S. flight training. WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Flight …

Tom Sawyer Software Announces Release of Perspectives 13.3

New Kuzu database integration and enhanced performance for faster and more flexible data analysis BERKELEY, CA, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tom Sawyer Software, the leader in graph and data visualization and analysis …

Preliminary Agenda Released for 2025 UAS Summit & Expo

Produced by UAS Magazine and Organized by BBI International GRAND FORKS, ND, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- UAS Magazine announced the preliminary agenda for the UAS Summit & Expo, scheduled for Oct. 14-15 at the Alerus …

Space Force Association Appoints Vidhu Shekhar as Deputy Vice President of Chapter Operations

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Space Force Association (SFA) is proud to announce the appointment of Vidhu Shekhar as Deputy Vice President of Chapter Operations. Vidhu brings a distinguished …

VETS2INDUSTRY Teams Up with Signal Health Group and Defenders Gateway to Support Transitioning Veterans

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VETS2INDUSTRY is proud to announce Defenders Gateway as a featured sponsor of its 2nd Annual Military Transition Networking Conference, themed “Collaboration in Military Transition.” …

Breeze Airways Announces West Coast Expansion with Service to Five New Cities

New Breeze Service to California, Oregon, and Washington to Begin in March 2026 SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Breeze Airways,  the premium leisure carrier connecting underserved cities across the U.S., …

Hero LifeCare Launches AED Autopilot: Fully Managed AED-as-a-Service with AI Monitoring and Digital Record Keeper

A New Standard in AED Compliance, Support, and Emergency Response. MILFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hero LifeCare announces the launch of AED Autopilot, a fully managed, subscription-based AED-as-a-service platform that …

ActOne Group introduces AI-enabled Process Automation Platform - Assembly Orchestration

Business outcomes are transformed with AI Agents and human workforce on a unified platform. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ActOne Group's strategic investment in Assembly Industries is transforming how …

Rocket Propulsion Systems Awarded US Space Force $3M Contract for Orbital Transfer Vehicle

Transport solutions to address the Space Force's need to move critical payloads between orbits KENT, WA, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rocket Propulsion Systems (RPS) LLC announces it has been selected by SpaceWERX for a …

Award-Winning Film Studio Delphia Entertainment Begins Production on New NASA Documentary Before the Moon

NASA trained in Warminster. From steamboats to space shuttles, this doc uncovers the hidden innovators who launched America skyward. WARMINSTER, PA, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Delphia Entertainment, the acclaimed …

46 Inspiring Connecticut STEM Leaders Selected as 2025 Women of Innovation® Finalists

Recognizing Innovation and Leadership in Academia, Community, Corporate, Entrepreneurship, and Research; Youth Scholarships to be Awarded HARTFORD, CT, CT, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Forty-six accomplished Connecticut …