Air And Space - Page 77

August 31, 2024

Gingrich & Walker: Kamala Harris' abandoned astronauts should already be back on Earth

Vice President Kamala Harris chaired the National Space Council. As a result of Harris’ lack of leadership, NASA has regressed back into bureaucratic timidity.

August 31, 2024

On this day in history, August 31, 1966, Harrier Jump Jet makes first flight

The Harrier Jump Jet made its first flight on this day in history, August 31, 1966. The warplane is known for its ability to take off vertically and hover like a helicopter.

August 30, 2024

NASA plans to send 2 astronauts instead of 4 to ISS so pair stranded by troubled Boeing Starliner can return

Two astronauts stranded at the International Space Station will be able to return in February after NASA decided to leave two empty seats on its next SpaceX launch to the station.

August 30, 2024

Archaeologists find 500-year-old navigational tool in Poland, possible connection to Copernicus

Excavation in the town of Frombork conducted by an archaeology organization discovered a rare-find compass that dates back 500 years and could have been used by Copernicus.

August 30, 2024

On this day in history, August 30, 1984, Space Shuttle Discovery blasts off for its maiden voyage

Space Shuttle Discovery flew into space for the first time on this day in history, Aug. 30, 1984. She had a crew of six and had a bit of a rocky start.

August 29, 2024

eVTOL prototype promises 150 mph city-to-city hops

Vertical Aerospace's electric vertical takeoff and landing prototype offers a quieter, more efficient alternative to traditional helicopters and ground transportation.

August 27, 2024

Here is what we know about Boeing Starliner astronauts stuck in space

The families of two NASA astronauts stuck in space are reacting to the news their loved ones will not return home until February of next year, speaking to media.

August 27, 2024

NASA decides to keep Boeing Starliner crew in space until February

Former NASA astronaut Tom Jones joined 'Your World' to discuss the decision and why the crew will remain in space for the coming months. 

August 27, 2024

A spaceplane breaks barriers, reaching incredible heights and speeds

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson explains how Dawn Aerospace is advancing a reusable spaceplane to make space travel more affordable.

August 26, 2024

NASA extends astronauts’ stay in space from 8 days to 8 months

Fox News reporter Danamarie McNicholl reports that NASA decided it was too risky to bring Boeing Starliner astronauts back to Earth inside the spacecraft, and they will instead return in a SpaceX capsule.