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Northrop Grumman's Massive New Spacecraft Breaks Size Records

September 16, 2025

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Northrop Grumman's Massive New Spacecraft Breaks Size Records

Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL spacecraft delivered a record 10,827 pounds of cargo to the International Space Station, launched via a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The upgraded Cygnus XL is 5.2 feet longer, offering 33% more capacity to transport more scientific equipment and supplies efficiently. The m...

Critical ISS Supply Mission Delayed, Breaking Schedule

A supply mission to the International Space Station has been postponed due to an engine issue on Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL spacecraft, delaying over 11,000 pounds of cargo and experiments. The engine malfunction occurred during orbital adjustments, though other systems are functioning normally...

Sierra's Dream Chaser Faces Mounting Challenges

NASA has altered Dream Chaser's first mission, opting for a free-flight test instead of docking with the International Space Station to ensure thorough verification of the spacecraft. The Dream Chaser program, with origins dating back to 2004, has evolved from a crewed concept to a cargo variant ...