Space Exploration Technologies has completed acceptance testing for the Falcon 9 launch vehicle first and second stages.
C3PO
Commercial Crew & Cargo Program
The C3PO will extend human presence in space by enabling an expanding and robust U.S. commercial space transportation industry.
COTS
Commercial Orbital Transportation Services
C3PO is responsible for managing NASA's Commercial Orbital Transportation Services (COTS) projects.
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Falcon 9 First and Second Stages Complete Acceptance
NASA Begins Commercial Crew Initiative
NASA’s is applying Recovery Act funds to stimulate efforts within the private sector to develop and demonstrate human spaceflight capabilities.
Falcon 9 First Stage Tank and Interstage are Qualified
Space Exploration Technologies has completed qualification testing for the Falcon 9 launch vehicle first stage tank and interstage.
Falcon 1 Successfully Launches Satellite
On July 13, 2009, SpaceX launched its 5th Falcon 1, successfully transporting Malaysia's Razaksat into Earth orbit
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SpaceX →
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Orbital →
Founded in 1982, the company has pioneered new classes of rockets, satellites and other space-based technologies that help make the benefits of space more affordable, accessible and useful to millions of people on Earth.
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PlanetSpace →
PlanetSpace with headquarters in Chicago is part of the new emerging space commercialization business.
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SpaceDev →
SpaceDev's mission is to further the exploration and utilization of space in ways previously unimagined by bringing the very best to bear to the challenge.
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ISS
A human outpost in space bringing nations together for the benefit of life on Earth and beyond.
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IPP →
IPP provides needed technology and capabilities for NASA’s Mission Directorates, Programs and Projects through investments and partnerships with Industry, Academia, Government Agencies and National Laboratories.