Space Pioneer’s Tianlong-3 Reusable Rocket Fails on Maiden Flight (video) China’s Space Pioneer has suffered a setback after the first launch of its Tianlong-3 reusable rocket failed, underscoring the challenges of competing in the global commercial space race. The Beijing-based rocket developer, also known as Beijing Tianbing Technology Co, confirmed the unsuccessful maiden flight in a brief statement released on Friday via its official WeChat account. The company provided limited details on the cause of the failure, leaving questions about the rocket’s performance and next steps.

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Congressional hearing spotlights NASA’s new ‘core‑module’ option and debate over commercial LEO transition At a House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics hearing, NASA described a new phased option that would attach a government‑procured core module to the ISS to help commercial stations mature; industry and the Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel warned the change has sown uncertainty and that a clear, resourced transition plan is needed to avoid a gap in U.S. presence in low Earth orbit.

NASA is pivoting to a new model that could redefine our presence in space, but industry leaders are raising alarms about the risks of uncertainty and gaps in human spaceflight capabilities.

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China Successfully Launches Lijian-2 Y1 Carrier Rocket with Triple Satellite Payload On March 30, 2026, China successfully launched the Lijian-2 Y1 carrier rocket from the Dongfeng commercial space innovation pilot zone, marking a significant milestone in the nation's commercial aerospace expansion. The mission successfully deployed three satellites into their designated orbits, reinforcing China's growing capabilities in rapid-response satellite deployment. The launch took place at 7:00 p.m. Beijing Time in the country’s northwest region.

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The Future of Space Stations - Part II: Commercial Space With the ISS set to retire in 2030, several plans are in place to replace it. These include existing space stations, proposals by rising national space agencies, and commercial space stations. In terms of the commercial space sector, the plans are diverse and numerous.

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A unique NASA satellite is falling out of orbit—this team is trying to rescue it https://arstechni.ca #satelliteservicing #Commercialspace #katalystspace #astrophysics #astronomy #Features #Science #Space #Swift #NASA

FAA Streamlines Commercial Space Licensing with Part 450 Rule The FAA consolidates four regulations into the Part 450 rule, simplifying commercial space launch licensing for major operators by 2026.

The FAA has completed the transition to the Part 450 rule, consolidating commercial space launch licenses into one framework. Operators like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and ULA now hold unified licenses covering multiple vehicles and sites. #FAA #CommercialSpace #SpaceX
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Dogfighting in space won't look like the movies, but this company wants in on it https://arstechni.ca #Commercialspace #militaryspace #spaceweapons #trueanomaly #goldendome #spaceforce #Science #Space

Rocket Report: Neutron Slips Again, Falcon 9 Hits 33 Flights Rocket Lab pushes Neutron to Q4 2026 after a tank failure, SpaceX's B1067 sets a 33-flight record, and Vulcan faces months on the ground.

Rocket Report: Neutron Slips Again, Falcon 9 Hits 33 Flights

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US Senate Panel Moves to Extend ISS Life, Mandates Faster Artemis Moon Base Plans U.S. lawmakers are preparing to extend the operational life of the International Space Station by two years, giving commercial space companies more time to develop a successor while reinforcing American leadership against China’s expanding space ambitions. The proposal will be reviewed on March 4 by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, which plans to amend a broader…

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Launching the Future Through Commercial Space Innovation - Disruptive Competition Project Since its inception, space technology has produced innovations in nearly every part of our lives - something as simple as shipping a package requires GPS to

The next chapter of #CommercialSpace is already taking shape: orbital data centers, lunar mining, and bio-manufacturing in microgravity. Each breakthrough expands what’s possible in orbit, and dramatically increases demand for launch. In 2023, McKinsey estimated that meeting this surge... 1/3

Pentagon buyer: We're happy with our launch industry, but payloads are lagging https://arstechni.ca #Commercialspace #militaryspace #USSpaceForce #spaceforce #Science #Space

There's a lot of big talk about sovereign launch—who is doing something about it? https://arstechni.ca #Commercialspace #spacepolicy #Features #Science #rockets #launch #Space

ROOK is our modular onboard computer built on PyCubed flight heritage, upgraded for commercial reliability and plug-and-play payload integration. Coming soon as a commercial off-the-shelf option for CubeSat & nanosatellite missions.

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When Amazon badly needed a ride, Europe's Ariane 6 rocket delivered https://arstechni.ca #Guianaspacecenter #Commercialspace #projectkuiper #frenchguiana #ArianeGroup #Arianespace #amazonleo #broadband #Science #ariane6 #Amazon #launch #Space

SpaceX's next-gen Super Heavy booster aces four days of "cryoproof" testing https://arstechni.ca #Commercialspace #Starbase #starship #Science #launch #spacex #Space

US House takes first step toward creating "commercial" deep space program We will continue to rely on the ingenuity of the private sector."

US House takes first step toward creating "commercial" deep space program #Technology #Business #SpaceTech #DeepSpace #CommercialSpace

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How Aerojet Rocketdyne, SpaceX, and Blue Origin Are Reshaping the Global Rocket Propulsion Market Landscape

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China’s Top Space Contractor Targets Suborbital Space Tourism Within Five Years China’s main space contractor has pledged to begin suborbital space tourism flights within five years, signaling a major push into commercial spaceflight as Beijing intensifies its space ambitions amid global competition. The move highlights China’s intent to expand beyond government-led missions into emerging space-based markets. The commitment was announced by the state-owned China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC), the country’s primary space contractor, according to state broadcaster CCTV on Thursday.

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Former astronaut on lunar spacesuits: "I don't think they're great right now" https://arstechni.ca #humanspaceflight #Commercialspace #mikebarratt #axiomspace #katerubins #spacesuits #Features #Science #artemis #Space #NASA

Rocket Report: Chinese rockets fail twice in 12 hours; Rocket Lab reports setback https://arstechni.ca #Commercialspace #isaraerospace #Gilmourspace #rocketreport #australia #Science #launch #Space

China is getting ready to launch its first-ever commercial space trip, and it could happen as early as 2028.

Tickets are already on sale for around $430,000, and paying a small deposit can save you a seat.

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Astrobotic Wins $17.5 Million to Advance Reusable Rocket Testing Systems Astrobotic has secured three new contracts worth a combined $17.5 million to accelerate development of its next-generation reusable rocket platforms, strengthening U.S. suborbital flight testing capabilities. The awards matter as they support faster, lower-cost access to space for government and commercial partners. The contracts were announced today and focus on advancing Astrobotic’s Xodiac and Xogdor reusable rocket systems. Together, the projects cover three distinct vehicles currently in development and align with broader efforts by NASA, the U.S.

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Investors commit quarter-billion dollars to startup designing “Giga” satellites https://arstechni.ca #Commercialspace #satellites #Science #Space #k2

Buckeye Flex Space | Commercial Rental and Storage Carroll Ohio Commercial rental and storage in Carroll Ohio on Route 33 near Columbus. Store front bays with offices warehouse space city utilities and a large front sign that faces Route 33.

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SpaceX obtient l’accord final pour étendre ses activités de lancement à Cape Canaveral | Mer et Marine SpaceX, l’entreprise du milliardaire Elon Musk, a obtenu l’autorisation de construire un nouveau pas de tir en Floride pour la méga-fusée Starship, qui...

SpaceX obtient le feu vert final pour étendre ses lancements à Cape Canaveral. www.meretmarine.com/fr/science-e... #Space #AerospaceEngineering #SpaceX #Innovation #CommercialSpace

SpaceX obtient le feu vert final pour étendre ses lancements à Cape Canaveral. www.meretmarine.com/fr/science-et-environnem... #Space #AerospaceEngineering #SpaceX #Innovation #CommercialSpace

Ariane 6 va emmener Amazon dans l'espace La fusée Ariane 6 va connaître plusieurs lancements prochainement suite à un immense contrat avec le géant Amazon. L'entreprise de E-commerce compte bien marché sur les plats de bande de Starlink, en ...

Ariane 6 s’apprête à lancer la constellation Amazon Kuiper : l’espace commercial entre dans une nouvelle ère 🚀 www.europe1.fr/societe/aria... #Space #Innovation #AerospaceEngineering #Ariane6 #AmazonKuiper #CommercialSpace #SpaceLaunchTrends

Ariane 6 va emmener Amazon dans l'espace La fusée Ariane 6 va connaître plusieurs lancements prochainement suite à un immense contrat avec le géant Amazon. L'entreprise de E-commerce compte bien marché sur les plats de bande de Starlink, en lançant à son tour des centaines de satellites dans l'espace pour créer son réseau très haut débit. Très prochainement, une première fusée avec 30 appareils quittera Kourou.

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A little-known Chinese company nearly landed a rocket from space on its first try https://arstechni.ca #Commercialspace #reusablerocket #LandSpace #zhuque-3 #Science #jiuquan #launch #Space #china

Sierra Space’s Dream Chaser Cleared for First ISS Cargo Mission After Acing Critical Tests AviationNews – In a major leap for commercial spaceflight, Sierra Space has officially concluded the critical pre-flight testing phase for its Dream Chaser spaceplane. This milestone clears the path for the vehicle's highly anticipated inaugural launch to the International Space Station (ISS), where it will begin vital cargo resupply operations for NASA. The successful completion of these evaluations signals that the spacecraft is now ready to transition from development to active launch preparations.

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