Archive for September, 2008

Falcon 1: 4th Time is a Charm

Today, on their 4th launch attempt, SpaceX successfully sent their Falcon 1 spacecraft into orbit, becoming the first private company to do so with a fully liquid fueled rocket. Congratulations SpaceX!

Related: Falcon 1 – Flight 3 | Second Launch of “Falcon 1″ A Partial Success

Sunday, September 28th, 2008

Happy 32nd Birthday to the Space Shuttle!

The public was introduced to the Space Shuttle Enterprise on this date in 1976. After her came Columbia, Challenger, Discovery, Atlantis, and Endeavour. We celebrate the incalculable benefits mankind has gained from their collective service, and will never forget Challenger and Columbia and their crews for giving their lives in the advancement of human knowledge.

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008