US Air Force launches 1st operational hypersonic missile

Relive NASA's Artemis 1 mission in this highlight video | US Air Force launches 1st operational hypersonic missile | NASA's retired flying telescope heads to museum Created for znamenski.spacecom@blogger.com |  Web Version December 13, 2022 CONNECT WITH SPACE.COM       Something amazing every day. SIGN UP ⋅   WEBSITE   Artemis 1: Return to the Moon Relive NASA's Artemis 1 mission in this highlight video (NASA) Ride to space and back again in the footage, which showcases views of Earth, the moon and NASA's new Space Launch System rocket. Full Story: Space (12/13)  The Launchpad US Air Force launches 1st operational hypersonic missile (USAF) The exact speed of the AGM-183A isn't known, although some have alleged it might reach Mach 20. Full Story: Space (12/12)  NASA's retired flying telescope heads to museum (NASA) It's not off to the scrapyard quite yet for the historic aircraft that carried NASA's flying telescope. Full Story: Space (12/13)  POLL QUESTION: Space quiz! On Sept. 29, NASA and the German Space Agency (DLR) retired their modified Boeing 747SP that lofted a 106-inch (2.7-meter) reflective telescope on overnight flights. What is the name of NASA's now-retired flying telescope? Learn the answer here! HARV HiMAT SIERRA SOFIA Space Deal of the Day Save $61.95 on Celestron 70AZ telescope this holiday (Jamie Carter) If you're looking to bag a bargain this holiday season, then saving over $60 on this Celestron 70AZ telescope kit could be right for you. Full Story: Space (12/12)  Featured Content Sponsored Content from Pfizer Pfizer's using Artificial Intelligence to change medication development Artificial intelligence is set to play a massive role in how medication is developed going forward. Pfizer is using it to uncover how diseases develop in the body, screen for the best molecules for new medications, and even create individualized treatment plans. Learn more here. Skywatching The Geminid meteor shower peaks tonight (Starry Night Software) This is largely considered one of the best meteor showers of the year, but tonight's viewing conditions will be tricky. Full Story: Space (12/13)  Amateur astronomers asked to spot Christmas asteroid (ESA - C. Carreau) On Thursday (Dec. 15) an asteroid will make a close approach to Earth, and amateur astronomers have been challenged to catch a glimpse of what the European Space Agency (ESA) is calling the "Christmas asteroid." Full Story: Space (12/13)  Science & Astronomy Perseverance rover records 1st audio of Mars dust devil (NASA/JPL-Caltech/SSI) Perseverance has captured the sound of dust grains impacting the NASA rover, and the recording could be key to understanding how dust is transported around Mars. Full Story: Space (12/13)  Supernova algorithm classifies 1,000 dying stars (ZTF/Caltech) Astronomers from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) have used a machine algorithm to classify 1,000 supernovas caused by exploding dying stars without error. Full Story: Space (12/12)  Spaceflight Arianespace targets triple satellite launch today (ESA/CNES/Arianespace) An Arianespace rocket will send three satellites to orbit today (Dec. 13), and you can watch the whole thing live for free. Full Story: Space (12/13)  Star Trek 'Star Trek: Nemesis' marked end of an era 20 years ago (Paramount Pictures) Overshadowed by competition and often unloved by fans, "Star Trek: Nemesis" celebrates its 20th birthday today. Full Story: Space (12/13)    Sign Up  |    Update Profile  |    Unsubscribe Privacy Policy  |    Cookies Policy  |    Terms and Conditions CONTACT US: FEEDBACK  |    ADVERTISE Future US LLC © 1100 13th St. NW, Suite 1000, Washington, DC 20005