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SpaceX's Starship flight test 11 went as planned as the space company launched the Super-Heavy rocket from Starbase, Texas, on a suborbital flight.

SpaceX's Starship flight test 11 went as planned as the space company launched the Super-Heavy rocket from Starbase, Texas, on a suborbital flight.

Guest Rick Fisher started out by discussing the current state of space programs, focusing on China's progress and Russia's economic and political situation. Rick explained that Russia's space program is facing financial difficulties, but they are still seeking cooperation with the U.S. on lunar missions. David expressed concerns about China's growing influence in space and the potential risks of Chinese students studying in the U.S. They agreed to explore these topics further in their discussion.The Space Show hosted a Space Show discussion with Rick Fisher, focusing on the financial challenges facing the Russian space program, particularly Energia. Rick shared that Energia, founded by Korolev in 1946, is in severe financial trouble, as evidenced by a memo from CEO Igor Maltsev in late August 2023, indicating potential closure. The company's inability to meet program deadlines and its overall financial instability were highlighted as significant concerns.Our guest discussed the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and its implications for international relations, particularly focusing on Russia's financial struggles and its relationship with China. He explained how China could leverage Russia's dependency on them for space exploration, as well as the potential for a strategic pivot in U.S.-Russia relations. Our Space Show audience group discussed the complex dynamics between China, Russia, and the West, including the potential for conflict in the Asia-Pacific region and the strategic importance of oil supplies.Also discussed was the space race between the US and China for lunar dominance, with Rick explaining that while China is progressing steadily with their lunar program, the US has fallen behind schedule. They explored the strategic importance of the moon, including the potential for militarization and the need for a strong US presence to deter China and Russia. The discussion touched on the Artemis Accords, Gateway station, and the potential for Starlink-type satellites to create a communications network around the moon. Rick suggested that winning the race to populate the moon is more important than just sending people there, and emphasized the need for the US to show strength and leadership in space.Fisher explained the Chinese moon landing strategy, which involves a two-stage vehicle with a propulsion module that detaches and crashes into the lunar surface, raising safety concerns. David questioned how to sell the importance of space exploration to the American public and suggested that current Artemis mission plans might be too complex to meet the goal of landing on the moon before China. Rick acknowledged these concerns and expressed hope that Secretary Duffy would gather the necessary expertise to make informed decisions about the mission plans.We went on to discuss the importance of the Starship program for future moon missions, with Fisher emphasizing its critical role in winning the race to populate the moon. Marshall expressed optimism about the double-catch capability of Starship, predicting it could be achieved by Flight Test 13 in February. Rick warned about the competition from Chinese Starships, which could conduct heavy-lift missions to the moon by the mid-2030s, and suggested developing nuclear-powered capabilities for a more economical presence on the moon. The conversation concluded with a brief update on Starship's flight schedule, including Demo 11's suborbital flight later this year and the orbital flight planned for early 2026.David and Richard discussed the implications of China's military parade, where they showcased advanced weapons systems, including anti-ballistic missile capabilities and nuclear strike systems. Richard explained that China's propaganda aims to assert they now have the world's most powerful military, potentially influencing allies like Japan. He noted that while some Chinese claims about their parade displays are likely accurate, their advancements in strategic defense and offense could pose significant challenges to U.S. missile defense systems, particularly the "Golden Dome" initiative.The discussion focused on China's development and deployment of unmanned combat aircraft and their broader military modernization efforts, which Rick described as a "shock" due to their advanced capabilities and potential threat to U.S. military superiority. Rick and John agreed that the U.S. had been focusing on the wrong priorities for the past 20 years, particularly in Afghanistan, while neglecting military modernization and arms control agreements. The conversation concluded with a discussion about China's military parade, which revealed their plans for aircraft carriers and a robust space architecture to support global military projection, emphasizing the interconnected nature of space and terrestrial military capabilities.David and Rick discussed the challenges of Congress's understanding and funding of defense programs, noting a lack of expertise and a focus on social issues over national security. Rick highlighted bipartisan support for key U.S. priorities like helping Israel and Taiwan but criticized the military's failure to anticipate and address emerging threats proactively. John shared concerns about the slow progress in missile development, attributing it to bureaucratic hurdles, and David expressed worry about the future implications of these issues for national security and peace.We talked about the importance of space exploration and national security expressing concern about the China Challenge and the need to secure interests in the Earth-Moon-Mars system. The Space Show audience agreed to address national security from a different perspective in the next live show with Dean Chang, who recently debated the Wolf Amendment. Marshall and John shared insights on military developments, including the obsolescence of current strategic forces and ongoing efforts to develop new technologies like hypersonic missiles and advanced fighter jets. They also discussed a hypothetical space-based weapon concept and agreed to further explore this topic in an upcoming Sunday Open Lines program on Sunday, Sept. 28.Special thanks to our sponsors:Northrup Grumman, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Helix Space in Luxembourg, Celestis Memorial Spaceflights, Astrox Corporation, Dr. Haym Benaroya of Rutgers University, The Space Settlement Progress Blog by John Jossy, The Atlantis Project, and Artless EntertainmentOur Toll Free Line for Live Broadcasts: 1-866-687-7223For real time program participation, email Dr. Space at: drspace@thespaceshow.comThe Space Show is a non-profit 501C3 through its parent, One Giant Leap Foundation, Inc. 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Colonel James "Fangs" Valpiani knows a thing or two about flight test because he's seen a thing or two: first an Air Force Academy graduate, then a combat-tested F-15E Strike Eagle pilot, a graduate of the French Test Pilot School, and most recently Commodore of the USAF TPS.On this episode, Fangs shares his expertise on the various schools he has attended or led and the aircraft they test, including the X-62 VISTA.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

After 10 SpaceX Starship flight tests, let's rewatch the highlights and explosions from each launch to see how the world's largest rocket has developed over the years.

After 10 SpaceX Starship flight tests, let's rewatch the highlights and explosions from each launch to see how the world's largest rocket has developed over the years.

Watch Starship's tenth flight test from Starbase, Texas, on a suborbital flight. SpaceX successfully deployed eight Starlink satellites, marking the first time it has launched a payload from Starship.

Watch Starship's tenth flight test from Starbase, Texas, on a suborbital flight. SpaceX successfully deployed eight Starlink satellites, marking the first time it has launched a payload from Starship.

Carl Ockier is the senior expert for flight test engineering at Airbus. Over the last 25 years, Carl has been instrumental in developing some of the most iconic Airbus helicopters, including the H145 and H135.In this conversation, I'll speak with Carl about his work engineering aircraft; from the nitty-gritty technical details, to his larger ideas about humans and our relationship to the machines we fly. 

This week we speak with Dr. Mike Wall, ace space reporter from Space.com, about Starship's recent test flight. What went right, what went wrong, and what are the prospects for Elon's mammoth rocket meeting NASA's goals for a moon landing in 2027? Also, Musk's recent video outlining future plans for Starship and a Martian metropolis, Chinese company Sepoch's recent (and very Starship-like) vertical launch and landing test, Japan's robotic lander, Resilience, about to attempt a lunar touchdown, and roadside assistance for the Psyche asteroid mission. See this and more on This Week in Space! Headlines New Dwarf Planet Discovery: Scientists at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton have identified a new dwarf planet with an orbit over 16 times the size of Earth's. Its closest approach to the Sun is 44.5 times Earth's orbit, similar to Pluto's orbit, placing it far out in the Oort cloud. While exciting, this object, named 2017 OF, is not Planet Nine because its mass doesn't align with the perturbations observed in other objects. NASA's Psyche Mission Update: NASA's Psyche spacecraft experienced a fuel pressure glitch requiring a switch to a backup propellant line for its Hall effect thruster. Engineers successfully restored pressure, and the mission is still on track to arrive at the metallic asteroid Psyche in 2029. This mission is crucial as Psyche is believed to be the stripped-away core of an ancient proto-planet, offering insights into planet formation. China's Reusable Rocket Advancements: Chinese rocket manufacturer Space Epoch successfully performed a vertical ascent and controlled vertical descent test of a booster stage, similar to SpaceX's Falcon 9 landings. The stainless steel rocket successfully soft-landed in the waters off Hainan Island, demonstrating advanced gimballing for stable landing. Main Topic - Starship Flight 9 Test Recap: SpaceX's Starship Test Flight 9 was deemed a partial success. The Super Heavy booster was reflown for the first time, demonstrating reusability and performing well despite an experimental hard ocean splashdown that resulted in an explosion six minutes into flight. The Ship upper stage reached space and the desired trajectory, an improvement over previous flights, but failed to deploy dummy Starlink satellites or perform an in-space relight due to an attitude control anomaly, possibly a fuel leak. SpaceX's Ambitious Starship Plans: Elon Musk outlined plans for Starship Version 3, envisioned as the first fully mature version capable of Mars missions, rapid reuse, and in-orbit refueling. The long-term goal includes sending thousands of Starships and hundreds of people to Mars to establish a self-sustaining city. Lunar Starship for Artemis Missions: There's ongoing discussion about the number of tanker flights required for a lunar mission, with estimates ranging from 8 to 12, even 16 flights. The timeline for Artemis III in 2027 is a concern, given the need for numerous refueling missions and the development of life support systems for crewed flights, which are currently absent in the Starship test vehicles. Competition in Lunar Landers: While SpaceX is developing Lunar Starship, Blue Origin is also a strong contender with its Blue Moon lander, which is China These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space/episodes/163 Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik Guest: Mike Wall

This week we speak with Dr. Mike Wall, ace space reporter from Space.com, about Starship's recent test flight. What went right, what went wrong, and what are the prospects for Elon's mammoth rocket meeting NASA's goals for a moon landing in 2027? Also, Musk's recent video outlining future plans for Starship and a Martian metropolis, Chinese company Sepoch's recent (and very Starship-like) vertical launch and landing test, Japan's robotic lander, Resilience, about to attempt a lunar touchdown, and roadside assistance for the Psyche asteroid mission. See this and more on This Week in Space! Headlines New Dwarf Planet Discovery: Scientists at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton have identified a new dwarf planet with an orbit over 16 times the size of Earth's. Its closest approach to the Sun is 44.5 times Earth's orbit, similar to Pluto's orbit, placing it far out in the Oort cloud. While exciting, this object, named 2017 OF, is not Planet Nine because its mass doesn't align with the perturbations observed in other objects. NASA's Psyche Mission Update: NASA's Psyche spacecraft experienced a fuel pressure glitch requiring a switch to a backup propellant line for its Hall effect thruster. Engineers successfully restored pressure, and the mission is still on track to arrive at the metallic asteroid Psyche in 2029. This mission is crucial as Psyche is believed to be the stripped-away core of an ancient proto-planet, offering insights into planet formation. China's Reusable Rocket Advancements: Chinese rocket manufacturer Space Epoch successfully performed a vertical ascent and controlled vertical descent test of a booster stage, similar to SpaceX's Falcon 9 landings. The stainless steel rocket successfully soft-landed in the waters off Hainan Island, demonstrating advanced gimballing for stable landing. Main Topic - Starship Flight 9 Test Recap: SpaceX's Starship Test Flight 9 was deemed a partial success. The Super Heavy booster was reflown for the first time, demonstrating reusability and performing well despite an experimental hard ocean splashdown that resulted in an explosion six minutes into flight. The Ship upper stage reached space and the desired trajectory, an improvement over previous flights, but failed to deploy dummy Starlink satellites or perform an in-space relight due to an attitude control anomaly, possibly a fuel leak. SpaceX's Ambitious Starship Plans: Elon Musk outlined plans for Starship Version 3, envisioned as the first fully mature version capable of Mars missions, rapid reuse, and in-orbit refueling. The long-term goal includes sending thousands of Starships and hundreds of people to Mars to establish a self-sustaining city. Lunar Starship for Artemis Missions: There's ongoing discussion about the number of tanker flights required for a lunar mission, with estimates ranging from 8 to 12, even 16 flights. The timeline for Artemis III in 2027 is a concern, given the need for numerous refueling missions and the development of life support systems for crewed flights, which are currently absent in the Starship test vehicles. Competition in Lunar Landers: While SpaceX is developing Lunar Starship, Blue Origin is also a strong contender with its Blue Moon lander, which is China These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space/episodes/163 Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik Guest: Mike Wall

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SpaceX Starship Flight Test 8 was only partially successful, catching the booster for the third time. However, the ship's Raptor engines failed, causing Starship to spin out of control at the edge of space.

SpaceX Starship Flight Test 8 was only partially successful, catching the booster for the third time. However, the ship's Raptor engines failed, causing Starship to spin out of control at the edge of space.

This month I continue my look at Crew Resource Management with a discussion about CRM and the Flight Test Community.  My guest Rod Huete will talk about work he did developing CRM training for flight testers.   Direct Download Link of Rod's Paper Link to view Rod's Video "Intro to T and E CRM"   This Podcast is sponsored by Time2climb Training and Consulting

But the joint operation between British Airways and Air France suffered several business difficulties that led to the decision to stop flying the supersonic planes. Some of the difficulties were linked to publicity about a deadly Concorde crash in 2000. That incident involved an Air France airliner crashing shortly after taking off from Paris. The crash claimed a total of 113 lives. 但是，英国航空公司与法国航空公司之间的联合行动遭受了几个业务困难，导致决定停止飞行超音速飞机。一些困难与2000年致命的协和撞车事故有关。该事件涉及一架法国航空公司从巴黎起飞后不久坠毁。坠机事故总共夺走了113人的生命。 Boom Supersonic says its planned Overture airliner will be designed to transport passengers from the U.S. East Coast across the Atlantic to Europe in about 3-and-a-half hours. The flight with normal passenger jets takes about eight hours. Boom Supersonic表示，其计划的越野客机将旨在在大约3个半小时内从美国东海岸的乘客运送乘客到欧洲。带有普通乘客喷气机的飞行大约需要八个小时。Amy Marino Spowart is the president and chief executive officer at the National Aeronautic Association. She told The Associated Press the latest supersonic test flight suggests “the future of aviation is here and now.” Spowart added, “Not only is there hope for faster and better commercial flight, but Boom proves that it can be done sustainably.” 艾米·马里诺·斯波特（Amy Marino Spowart）是国家航空协会的主席兼首席执行官。她告诉美联社，最新的超音速测试飞行表明：“航空的未来在这里和现在。” Spowart补充说：“不仅有希望更快，更好的商业飞行的希望，而且Boom证明了它可以可持续地完成。” Boom Supersonic has said its planned supersonic airliner will be designed to run on up to 100 percent sustainable aircraft fuel. Such sustainable fuels are made from non-petroleum products, such as food waste or other biomass materials. Both XB-1 and Overture are made mostly from a carbon-based composite material to provide “a strong, lightweight structure,” the company said. Boom Supersonic表示，其计划的超音速客机将设计为可持续飞机燃料的100％。这种可持续的燃料由非高甲基产品（例如食物浪费或其他生物质材料）制成。该公司表示，XB-1和序曲主要由碳基复合材料制成，以提供“强大，轻质的结构”。 NASA's supersonic aircraft – built together with Lockheed Martin – is called X-59. It is also an experimental plane that is seeking to test the level of noise produced by supersonic travel. Currently, supersonic flights are banned over land because of the loud noise they produce. NASA的超音速飞机与洛克希德·马丁（Lockheed Martin）一起建造，称为X-59。这也是一个实验平面，正在寻求测试超音速行进产生的噪声水平。目前，由于它们产生的噪音，超音速航班被禁止在陆地上。NASA has explained it plans to carry out testing this year of the X-59 aircraft, which has been designed and engineered to operate at lower noise levels than other supersonic aircraft. The tests – to take place at supersonic test centers in California – are designed “to prove the quiet supersonic technology works as designed.” 美国宇航局（NASA）解释说，它计划在今年的X-59飞机上进行测试，该飞机的设计和设计为比其他超音速飞机的噪声水平较低。这些测试是在加利福尼亚的超音速测试中心进行的 - 旨在“证明按设计的安静的超音速技术工作。” NASA said that after that testing is done, the agency plans to begin community reaction studies, beginning in 2026. These will involve flying the X-59 over several cities and then asking people on the ground to share their thoughts on the level of noise they heard. 美国国家航空航天局说，在进行测试之后，该机构计划从2026年开始开始社区反应研究。这些将涉及将X-59飞越几个城市，然后要求地面上的人们分享他们对他们的噪音水平的想法 听到。 NASA has said the X-59 – which measures 30 meters long and nine meters wide – is expected to fly at 1.4 times the speed of sound. That is about 1,500 kilometers per hour. NASA表示，X-59长30米，宽9米，预计将以声音速度飞行1.4倍。每小时约为1,500公里。

An experimental aircraft developed by a private American company broke the sound barrier during a recent flight test. 一家美国私人公司开发的实验飞机在最近的飞行测试中打破了声音障碍。California-based company Boom Supersonic built the plane, named XB-1. The company said the aircraft reached a speed of Mach 1.05 during a test on January 28. The test flight operated from the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California. 总部位于加利福尼亚的公司Boom Supersonic建造了该飞机，名为XB-1。该公司表示，这架飞机在1月28日的测试中达到了1.05马赫的速度。测试飞行从加利福尼亚州莫哈韦的莫哈韦空气和太空港口运行。 Any speed greater than Mach 1.0 breaks the sound barrier and is considered supersonic. The American space agency NASA explains that at sea level, the speed of sound is estimated to be about 1,236 kilometers per hour. 大于1.0马赫的任何速度都会打破声音屏障，被认为是超音速。美国航天局NASA解释说，在海平面上，估计声音速度约为每小时1,236公里。 In a statement, Boom Supersonic said the XB-1 demonstrator aircraft climbed to more than 35,000 feet before reaching Mach 1.0. It recorded the speed within 11 minutes of taking off. The company also released a video feed of the supersonic test flight. Boom Supersonic在一份声明中说，XB-1示威飞机在达到1.0马赫之前攀升至35,000英尺以上。它在起飞的11分钟内记录了速度。该公司还发布了超音速测试飞行的视频供稿。The company said in a press release, “Historically, supersonic aircraft have been the work of nation states, developed by militaries and governments.” But the latest flight made the XB-1 “the world's first independently developed supersonic jet” to break the sound barrier, Boom Supersonic said. 该公司在新闻稿中表示：“从历史上看，超音速飞机一直是由军队和政府发展的民族国家的工作。” Boom Supersonic说，但是最新的航班使XB-1“世界上第一个独立开发的超音速喷气机”打破了声音障碍。 The company's founder and chief executive officer, Blake Scholl, said, “XB-1's supersonic flight demonstrates that the technology for passenger supersonic flight has arrived.” 该公司的创始人兼首席执行官布雷克·肖尔（Blake Scholl）表示：“ XB-1的超音速航班表明，乘客超音速飞行技术已经到来。” Boom Supersonic launched in 2014 “with the goal of making high-speed travel mainstream and enabling a new world of human connection.” With that in mind, the company has been working to develop a supersonic passenger airliner called Overture. The aircraft would carry up to 80 passengers. Boom Supersonic于2014年推出：“目的是建立高速旅行主流并实现人类联系的新世界。” 考虑到这一点，该公司一直在努力开发一架名为Overture的超音速客机。飞机最多可容纳80名乘客。 Boom Supersonic is one of several American companies seeking to develop supersonic flight vehicles. NASA is also working on a supersonic aircraft in partnership with a U.S. contractor. Boom Supersonic是希望开发超音速飞行车辆的几家美国公司之一。NASA还与美国承包商合作生产了超音速飞机。The last time supersonic travel was available to passengers was 2003. That is the year the Concorde – the world's first supersonic passenger jet aircraft – stopped service. Britain and France jointly operated the Concorde. 乘客上次可以进行超音速旅行是2003年。那一年，与世界上第一艘超音速飞机飞机的协和一年停止了服务。英国和法国共同经营协和。

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Holly are joined by Boom Supersonic's chief flight test engineer, Nick Sheryka, EAA 856196, to discuss the company's XB-1 demonstrator aircraft, which is part of the development of the Boom Overture supersonic airliner. The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for their fellow […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — Boom Supersonic Chief Flight Test Engineer Nick Sheryka first appeared on Hangar Flying.

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Holly are joined by Boom Supersonic's chief flight test engineer, Nick Sheryka, EAA 856196, to discuss the company's XB-1 demonstrator aircraft, which is part of the development of the Boom Overture supersonic airliner. The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for their fellow […] The post EAA's The Green Dot — Boom Supersonic Chief Flight Test Engineer Nick Sheryka first appeared on Hangar Flying.

Watch SpaceX Starship's sixth flight test launching from SpaceX's rocket development site in Boca Chica, Texas.

Watch SpaceX Starship's sixth flight test launching from SpaceX's rocket development site in Boca Chica, Texas.

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Hey there Space Fam we're back for another episode of Today In Space! We need to review SpaceX's historic success of Starship's Flight Test 5, which happened just this past Sunday on October 13th, 2024. They made the impossible possible and gave us a glimpse of what our future looks like going back to the Moon, on to Mars in 2026, and beyond in the future of human space travel. Let's dive right in! This week we review some of the top facts from the mission in a lightning round, and then share a launch and landing breakdown! We close with some thoughts after Flight Test 5 showed us the impossible is quite possible, and this had me thinking about the first humans to touchdown on Mars and how Starship will change how we think about the crew selected for such an adventure. Topics: Starship launch, super heavy booster, liquid oxygen, methane plumes, hot stage separation, Mechazilla catch, 33 Raptor engines, propellant load, Starbase Texas, regulatory approval, boost back burn, lifting lugs, stainless steel, Mars missions, skilled labor Sources: https://www.spacex.com/updates/ https://x.com/ELGR3CO/status/1842607356611563936 https://www.spacevoyaging.com/news/2024/10/13/starship-completes-its-fifth-test-flight-demonstrating-booster-catch/ https://www.spacex.com/launches/mission/?missionId=starship-flight-5 https://x.com/spacex/status/1845152255944819015?s=46&t=CTA3xJCHFoY9hV9qgrj4Jw Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:41 Starship IFT5 Facts Lightning Round 03:05 Details around Launch of Starship & Super Heavy Catch 04:42 Launch Breakdown: Challenges & Successes 07:50 Thoughts on Starship after successful flight test 5 13:47 How Starship will change the game is space 16:15 Closing thoughts and outlook for a fantastic future -------------------------- Here's to building a fantastic future - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)!  Spread Love, Spread Science Alex G. Orphanos We'd like to thank our sponsors: AG3D Printing Follow us: @todayinspacepod on Instagram/Twitter @todayinspace on TikTok /TodayInSpacePodcast on Facebook Support the podcast: • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop - ag3dprinting.etsy.com • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at ag3d-printing.com • Donate at todayinspace.net • Try Magic Mind for added productivity & more well-balance and long lasting caffeine intake https://www.magicmind.com/TODAY20 #space #rocket #podcast #people #spacex #eva #science #3dprinting #nasa #vanallenbelts #spacetravel #spaceexploration #spacecraft #technology #aerospace #spacetechnology #engineer #stem #artemis #polarisprogram #3dprinting #polarisdawn #astronaut #3dprinted #spacewalk #crewdragon #falcon9 #elonmusk #starship #super heavy booster

"I wanted to change the world just like she had." Kate Gunderson — best known online as "The Plane Kate" — is living a real-life Top Gun...kind of. (She'll explain!) Kate is a flight test engineer (a literal woman in STEM!), a former NASA engineer, and a nine-time marathoner with a 3:18 personal best. In this conversation, Kate explains what her role entails, what it's like being in flight test school, and how she handles being a woman in a very male-dominated industry (she's the only woman in her program!). She offers advice on improving your confidence, on speaking up when you're "the only," and on chasing your biggest dreams. Plus, all about her first flight, what it took to run a massive personal best, and whether or not she still dreams of heading into space someday. FOLLOW KATE @theplanekate SPONSOR:  Lagoon: Click here to take Lagoon's 2-minute sleep quiz to see which pillow is right for you. (Emma Bates and I are both Otters!) Use code ALI at checkout for 15% off your order. What you'll get on this episode: Top Gun vs. real life, and what Kate's first flight was like (2:30) On being a woman in a male-dominated industry (7:25) When Kate knew she wanted to pursue a career in space (10:10) How Kate made her dreams come true (14:50) On life in test pilot school (30:15) How Kate met her soon-to-be husband (46:15) What's the dream now? (52:30) How — and why — Kate became a runner (58:05) What it took to run a 3:18 marathon (1:01:20) On doing the right thing, even when it's hard (1:05:55) Kate's advice for beating imposter syndrome (1:10:30) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Twitter @aliontherun1 Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

Last week was some of the most exciting and jam packed space events I've seen in a while. So many launches, including the success of SpaceX's Starship Test Flight 4! We break down what happened, why it was a success, and our thoughts on Flight Test 4, 5, and beyond. We really can't stress how much progress was made with IFT4 - and we do our best to tell that story with this episode. For those wondering - this is a good review of my thoughts on EVERYTHING test flight 4 - so buckle up. Let us know what YOU thought about IFT4 and Starship - email us at todayinspacepodcast@gmail.com! Topics from the episode: starship, spacex, spacecraft, rocket, flaps, flight, booster, test, launch pad, humans, faa, launch, space, landing, orbit, land, reentry, artemis, experienced, starships We'd love to know your thoughts and questions!  Email us at todayinspacepodcast@gmail.com SOURCES: https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1798689697184764071 https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1799458854067118450 https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1798792222743122164 The 'Topics from the episode' above and the timestamps below for the episode were generated using AI (otter.ai) by processing the audio file. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:00 What is Starship and why is it important? 05:00 SpaceX's Starship reentry test - controlled reentry & spacecraft /booster survival  10:33 SpaceX's fourth flight test of Starship - Our Thoughts -------------------------- Here's to building a fantastic future - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)! Spread Love, Spread Science  Alex G. Orphanos We'd like to thank our sponsors: AG3D Printing Follow us: @todayinspacepod on Instagram/Twitter @todayinspace on TikTok /TodayInSpacePodcast on Facebook Support the podcast: • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop - ag3dprinting.etsy.com • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at ag3d-printing.com • Donate at todayinspace.net #space #rocket #podcast #people #spacex #moon #science #3dprinting #nasa #tothemoon #spacetravel #spaceexploration #spacecraft #technology #aerospace #spacetechnology #engineer #stem #artemis #lunar #3dprinting #create #astronaut #solarpanel #spacestation

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A news conference update on the Boeing Crew Flight Test reveals the issues have been resolved and Starline is ready for launch.

NASA's Boeing Crew Flight Test Commander Butch Wilmore and Pilot Suni Williams discuss their astronaut journeys and preparation to be the first humans to fly Starliner. HWHAP Episode 332.

Flight directors discuss NASA's Boeing Crew Flight Test and the operations behind this historic mission. HWHAP Episode 331.

A Beech Hawker 900XP jet crashed while doing a flight test of a stall warning system. Special guest Miles O'Brien joins Todd Curtis and John Goglia deconstruct the February 2024 aviation incident. The accident occurred during a positioning flight that happened after completion of maintenance of the anti-icing component on the leading edge of the wing. The flight crew was performing a required test of the stall warning system. The aircraft lost control and crashed about 11 minutes after takeoff.Stall tests are often done early in a flight so the crew can easily return to the maintenance facility if an issue is found. However, this crew did not follow standard procedures.The crew took risks during the flight test, including flying over high terrain with limited visibility due to overcast conditions. The stall characteristics were more intense than what most pilots would experience in a small training aircraft.This accident is compared to two earlier events. In 1979, a 727 crew had a loss of effectiveness of the flight control system and were barely able to recover the aircraft after a spiral dive and rapid loss of altitude. In the other event, a DC8 crew crashed while conducting a stall test after the aircraft had completed an extensive overhaul and modifications.Related documents are available at the Flight Safety Detectives website. Don't miss what's to come from the Flight Safety Detectives - subscribe to the Flight Safety Detectives YouTube channel, listen at your favorite podcast service and visit the Flight Safety Detectives website. Music: “Inspirational Sports” license ASLC-22B89B29-052322DDB8

Throwback Trivia, Emily Teaches Reed How To Slide, Thor's Wife's Flight Test

Throwback Trivia, Emily Teaches Reed How To Slide, Thor's Wife's Flight Test

Flight Directors for NASA and Starliner presented an overview of the Boeing Crew Flight Test (CFT) to the International Space Station during a mission overview briefing March 22. CFT is scheduled to launch on at Atlas 5 rocket from Launch Pad 41 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida in early May and will carry NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to the space station for a planned stay of around eight days. Hey! We'll both earn $50 when you join Current and receive a qualifying Direct Deposit. Terms apply. Just use my link or code when signing up. Code: WILLIAMW243 https://current.com/get-started/?creator_code=WILLIAMW243

Listen in as former Space Shuttle program manager Wayne Hale joins Aviation Week's Irene Klotz and Guy Norris to unpack Starship's third flight test.

A new scholarly book takes the wraps off the secret flight-test history of the U.S. Air Force facility in the Nevada Test and Training Range like no one ever has before. Listen in as Aviation Week editors Guy Norris and Steve Trimble discuss with author Peter Merlin.  Merlin's voluminous work is titled Dreamland: The Secret History of Area 51 and has been published by Schiffer. More information can be found here.

Starship's Second Flight Test and China's Reaction Happy Thanksgiving! SpaceX just attempted a second flight test of its 28-stories-tall Starship space launch system. If Starship, an American-made rocket and spaceship, becomes operational, experts believe it will open up the space domain to travel and commerce, much like the railroad did for the American West. China is not standing idly by. Laura Winter speaks with the authors of the book “Scramble for the Skies: The Great Power Competition to Control the Resources of Outer Space”, Namrata Goswami and Peter Garretson.

On this Thanksgiving week episode, we're breaking down Starship's latest test flight - IFT2 and comparing it to the first integrated test flight (a.k.a. IFT1). We think there are four major WINS for SpaceX, NASA, and humanity after IFT2's successful test launch. There is ALOT of work before humans can launch onboard, but IFT1 and IFT2 were only 6 months apart and they had to rebuild the pad. With a great looking launchpad post-launch, we expect LOTS of progress in 2024 for Starship!  This episode is for folks of all levels of space nerdom, whether you're waiting for updates on Starship daily, or just finding out about the world most powerful rocket ever made...there's something for everyone. It's a true historic moment in space history that won't be fully appreciated (even by the most hardcore) for how special this moment is until the future. With a rocket system that has TWICE the thrust of the Saturn V - we're thankful for the balance between NASA & SpaceX (and the FAA) that this rocket is being developed! We'd love to know what you think and if you have any questions - so email us at todayinspacepodcast@gmail.com! SOURCES: IFT2 - SpaceX Recap https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1725852544587727145?s=20 IFT1 - Recap - SpaceX https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_krgcofiM6M Booster Static Fire https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1696221858134405371?s=20 https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1695159123019698498?s=20 Starship 29 Static Fire https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1673509777819967488?s=20 Iterative Test of one Raptor with a water cooled plate https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1659599720761950208?s=20 Dr. Phil Metzger Research Thread on Starship's Volcanic Debris Potential https://x.com/DrPhiltill/status/1725539289667092524?s=20 --------------------------  Spread Love, Spread Science Alex G. Orphanos We'd like to thank our sponsors: • Magic Mind - Use code TODAYINSPACE20 for 20% off! https://www.magicmind.com/todayinspace • AG3D Printing Follow us: @todayinspacepod on Instagram/Twitter @todayinspace on TikTok /TodayInSpacePodcast on Facebook Support the podcast:  • Try Magic Mind - Go to https://www.magicmind.com/todayinspace Use code TODAYINSPACE20 for 20% off! • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop - ag3dprinting.etsy.com  • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at ag3d-printing.com • Donate at todayinspace.net #3dprinting #3dprinted #3dscanning #maker #space #rocket #podcast #spacex #moon #science #nasa #spacetravel #spaceexploration #solarsystem #spacecraft #technology #carlsagan #aerospace #spacetechnology #engineer #stem #interstellar  

This month I share some observations from the recent Flight Test Safety Workshop and we finish our Interview with Ken Katz who shares more lessons learned from the B-1 flight test program. Ken's Bio This Podcast is sponsored by Time2climb Training and Consulting

Anna Litvinova is a Flight Test Engineer. She graduated from college with a Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering about three years ago and spends her time writing test plans, executing test missions on planes per those test plans, and analyzing the data from the tests. Anna immigrated to the US after growing up in Russia and then Germany. She is currently working on a Master's Degree in Flight Test Engineering at the National Test Pilot School.What do we talk about in this episode?"If one never tries, one never knows" - Anna shares her experience growing up as the daughter of two physicists and being interested in airplanes and aerospace from a very young age. She also shares her experiences coming to the US at 16 years old, leaving her friends behind, the challenges that brought and how she overcame some of those challenges.What does a flight test engineer do? How does one become a flight test engineer?Challenges of "fitting in" in coming to a new high school from another country. Learning a new language while taking classes with the content in the new language.Anna's hobbies of travel and photography.Music used in the podcast: Higher Up, Silverman Sound StudioYou can support my podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/user?u=72701887&utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkResourcesThe Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is the largest transportation agency of the U.S. government and regulates all aspects of civil aviation in the country as well as over surrounding international waters. (Wikipedia)The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (ASEA) is an agency of the European Union with responsibility for civil aviation safety. It carries out certification, regulation and standardisation and also performs investigation and monitoring. (Wikipedia)Aileron - a hinged flight control surface usually forming part of the trailing edge of each wing of a fixed-wing aircraft. Ailerons are used in pairs to control the aircraft in roll, which normally results in a change in flight path due to the tilting of the lift vector. (Wikipedia)Aerospace Engineering - the primary field of engineering concerned with the development of aircraft and spacecraft. It has two major and overlapping branches: aeronautical engineering and astronautical engineering. (Wikipedia)Rhythmic Gymnastics - a sport in which gymnasts perform on a floor with an apparatus: hoop, ball, clubs, ribbon. The sport combines elements of gymnastics, dance and calisthenics; gymnasts must be strong, flexible, agile, dexterous and coordinated. (Wikipedia)"Man's Search for Meaning" is a 1946 book by Viktor Frankl chronicling his experiences as a prisoner in Nazi concentration camps during World War II, and describing his psychotherapeutic method, which involved identifying a purpose in life to feel positive about, and then immersively imagining that outcome. (Wikipedia)National Test Pilot School (NTPS) - The mission of the National Test Pilot School is to educate and train military and civilian aviation personnel so that each graduate increases flight test competency, improves flight test and aviation safety, and enhances the aerospace profession worldwide. (https://www.ntps.edu)

There's no middle ground on SpaceX's Starship, it seems. You love it, or you hate it; you're an Elon fanboy or a grizzled OldSpace curmudgeon. The battle rages over the outcomes from the truncated Starship launch test last week, and we're going to jump right in, punch through the noise, unwind the arguments, and shine the light. Or not. You decide. If nothing else, we'll kick the bear called Starship! Image credit: SpaceX Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

Register now for the Flight Test Safety Workshop HERE by 26 April 12pm PDT This month we talk with Ken Katz about flight test lessons from the B-1 program.  Ken's Bio This Podcast is sponsored by Time2climb Training and Consulting

SpaceX's Starship exploded 4 minutes into its flight. Watch the video here.

SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket – collectively referred to as Starship – represent a fully reusable transportation system designed to carry both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond. Starship will be the world's most powerful launch vehicle ever developed, capable of carrying up to 150 metric tonnes fully reusable and 250 metric tonnes expendable.

Ben Hager is the Head of the Autonomous Driving and Software Engineering group at dSPACE Inc. Key topics in this conversation include: Why effective tools are so important for safe and effective development of autonomous vehicle software dSPACE's SIMPHERA and AUTERA The role of an enabler in the quickly evolving mobility space Why true partnership can be so much more valuable than traditional supplier / customer relationships dSPACE's use of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Links: Show notes: http://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/benhager https://dspace.showpad.com/share/dkYbKbiPeqv0jH3OSEFeg https://www.linkedin.com/in/hagerb/ About Ben: Ben Hager is the Head of the Autonomous Driving and Software Engineering group at dSPACE Inc. We are a team of engineers, programmers, project managers, and business developers that are responsible for helping our customers in North America solve the challenges of autonomous driving and validation testing at scale. Before joining dSPACE, he worked for 8 years as the Real-Time Control Design and Simulation Engineer at Honda Aircraft Company. He was primarily responsible for developing and maintaining the HIL system software and hardware used in the Advanced Systems Integration Test Facility (ASITF). He also worked for 2 years as a Flight Test and Instrumentation Engineer at Cirrus Aircraft on the Vision SF50 Personal Jet program. He has a Master's degree and a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. About dSPACE dSPACE is a leading provider of simulation and validation solutions worldwide for developing networked, autonomous, and electrically powered vehicles. The company's range of end-to-end solutions are used particularly by automotive manufacturers and their suppliers to test the software and hardware components in their new vehicles long before a new model is allowed on the road. Not only is dSPACE a sought-after partner in vehicle development, but engineers also rely on our know-how at dSPACE when it comes to aerospace and industrial automation. Our portfolio ranges from end-to-end solutions for simulation and validation to engineering and consulting services as well as training and support. With approximately 2,200 employees worldwide, dSPACE is headquartered in Paderborn, Germany, has three project centers in Germany, and serves customers through regional dSPACE companies in the USA, the UK, France, Japan, China, Croatia, and South Korea. Future of Mobility: The Future of Mobility podcast is focused on the development and implementation of safe, sustainable, effective, and accessible mobility solutions, with a spotlight on the people and technology advancing these fields. linkedin.com/in/brandonbartneck/ brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/ Edison Manufacturing: Edison manufacturing is your low volume contract manufacturing partner for build and assembly of complex mobility and energy products that don't neatly fit within traditional high-volume production methods.

A unique aspect of our admissions-consulting process at Stacy Blackman Consulting is our Flight Test, which replicates an actual admissions committee review of your entire application process. We have a team of former admission officers from the top MBA programs who serve as our Flight Testers, and this week we wrap up our two-episode conversation with one of them: Caryn, a former Kellogg admissions committee member. In Part 2, Caryn reveals how MBA adcoms judge a candidate's essays, recommendation letters, extracurriculars and leadership.     

In July I visited the Airbus Helicopters factory in Donauwörth and spent time with Antoine van Gent, the Head of Development Flight and Ground testing for Germany. We talked about the helicopter flight testing process, some of the cultural aspects, the collaboration between pilots and the flight test engineer as well as his participation in a landing of an H145 on top of the Aconcagua mountain.

Amy Comeau details the second uncrewed flight test of the Boeing Starliner crew spacecraft. HWHAP Episode 244.

Amy Comeau details the second uncrewed flight test of the Boeing Starliner crew spacecraft. HWHAP Episode 244.

Amy Comeau details the second uncrewed flight test of the Boeing Starliner crew spacecraft. HWHAP Episode 244.