Blue Abyss + NASA sign Space Act agreement to advance commercial space training + research – SatNews
Original Publication Date: 2025-01-27 00:00
This collaboration aims to bolster the development of next-generation infrastructure and capabilities for human spaceflight, astronaut training, and the simulation of extreme environments. Under the terms of the agreement, NASA and Blue Abyss will collaborate to explore innovative solutions for training and conducting research. The partnership underscores a shared vision to promote a robust and competitive commercial space sector.
Indian Research IRNSS-1K (NVS-02) launch Tuesday – SatNews
Original Publication Date: 2025-01-26 00:00
Indian Space Research Organization will launch on Tuesday, January 28, at 4:53 PM PST, from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India. This is a replacement satellite for the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System. The constellation will provide India with an alternative to GPS and will be used for military and civilian use.
SpaceX to launch 21 Starlink Group 12-7 smallsats including 13 Direct to Cell on Monday – SatNews
Original Publication Date: 2025-01-26 00:00
SpaceX is targeting Monday, January 27 for a Falcon 9 launch of 21 Starlink satellites, including 13 with Direct to Cell capabilities. A live webcast of this mission will begin about five minutes prior to liftoff. This is the 20th flight for the first stage booster supporting this mission.
PASCO to provide data for Japan’s newest radar satellite – SatNews
Original Publication Date: 2025-01-26 00:00
PASCO will deliver high-end geospatial data via a dedicated platform. ALOS-4 is a synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite that features phased array type L-band radar (PALSAR-3) Unlike optical sensors, PALSAR-3 radar operates independently of sunlight, acquiring images day and night.