Topic: faa approval
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DoorDash secures FAA approval for its own drone delivery program
DoorDash received FAA approval to operate its own delivery drone fleet, launching the internal DoorDash Air program on July 29, 2026. The new program uses a proprietary drone design, marking a shift from relying solely on third-party partners for aerial deliveries. The company clarified that the ...
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Blue Origin wraps up New Glenn failure investigation
Blue Origin closed the investigation into the New Glenn NG-3 mission failure, with the FAA approving the final report and authorizing a return to flight; the mishap was caused by a cryogenic leak that froze a hydraulic line, leading to a second-stage engine thrust anomaly. The anomaly left the AS...
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SpaceX Explains Starship Failures Ahead of Next Launch
SpaceX has received regulatory clearance for its tenth Starship test flight, aiming to address technical challenges and advance the development of the world's most powerful rocket. The launch window opens on August 24, following successful pre-flight tests, including propulsion checks and heat sh...
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SpaceX Builds New Landing Pads During Falcon Heavy Lull
SpaceX is transitioning its original landing zones at Cape Canaveral back to the U.S. Space Force, which will reassign them to other launch companies, and is building new landing pads near its launch facilities. The FAA has approved SpaceX to increase its annual launch limit from SLC-40 to 120 Fa...
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