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FAA Boosts Moon Race: Blue Origin and SpaceX Ready!

1/1/2025

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The FAA has granted launch licenses to Blue Origin and SpaceX, ramping up the race to the Moon. As both companies develop their spacecraft—New Glenn and Starship—NASA contracts for lunar missions loom large. In a stunning moment, an astronaut captured the Moon from the ISS, showcasing the breathtaking contrast of lunar views from space and Earth.

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Story summary

The FAA has granted launch licenses to Blue Origin and SpaceX, ramping up the race to the Moon. As both companies develop their spacecraft—New Glenn and Starship—NASA contracts for lunar missions loom large. In a stunning moment, an astronaut captured the Moon from the ISS, showcasing the breathtaking contrast of lunar views from space and Earth.