The Wave

1. 2d agoBreaking DefenseSenate appropriators resuscitate Commerce space tracking programSenate appropriators propose $50 million for Commerce's Office of Space Commerce to keep the TraCSS space monitoring program alive, versus an $11 million administration request.1 outletSpace7 linked
2. YesterdayThe Planetary Society AdvocacyNancy Grace Roman Space TelescopeRoman Space Telescope obligations were $115.8M in FY2025, down $5.7M from $121.5M in FY2024, while outlays fell to $79.0M from $169.0M.1 outletSpace12 linked
3. 2d agoSpace Policy Online · research by Senate Appropriations CommitteeSenate Appropriations CJS Subcommittee Proposes $24.9 Billion for NASA in FY2027Senate CJS subcommittee proposes $24.874 billion for NASA in FY2027, including $7.43 billion for science.1 outletSpace6 linked
4. 2d agoSpace Policy OnlineNASA Looking for New Ways to Return Perseverance Samples From MarsNASA plans to stand up an internal PSRA team in January 2027 to assess alternative Perseverance sample return architectures, with recommendations due by the end of 2027.1 outletSpace19 linked
5. 7d agoNASASpaceflight · research by NASANASA’s Moon Base plan gains a PROMISENASA shifts SLS toward a near-Block 1 configuration using a stretched Centaur V upper stage and halts Mobile Launcher 2 work, with no new dollar figure disclosed.

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   1. 7d agoNASASpaceflightPickupNASA’s Moon Base plan gains a PROMISE
   2. 6d agoSpace.comNASA unveils $10 billion in moon base contracts, new lunar missions and the 'PROMISE' of a nuclear-powered rover
   3. 6d agoAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and AstronauticsPickupNASA Advances Lunar Base Plans With New Commercial Partnerships
   4. 6d agoNASA NewsPickupMAX POWER: NASA’s Inaugural Aerospace Expo Ignites America’s Future
   5. 6d agoNASA Office of Inspector GeneralPickupMAX POWER: NASA’s Inaugural Aerospace Expo Ignites America’s Future
   6. 6d agoSpace.comNASA just launched a $1 million Moon Base Student Challenge to award cash prizes to students that solve lunar base problems
   7. 5d agoSpace Policy OnlineNASA Shares Moon Base Progress, Contract Awards
   8. 5d agoSpaceQNASA updates Moon Base CLPS program as Canada weighs Canadarm3’s future
   9. 4d agoNASASpaceflightEarliestIsaacman lays out SLS path to the 2030s

   SpaceEnergyNASA awards first Moon Base contracts under Isaacman's revised Artemis plan370 linked
6. 5d agoThe Planetary Society AdvocacySave NASA Science Action HubThe Planetary Society launches a campaign urging citizens to contact Congress and attend a January 2027 Day of Action to block a proposed 46% cut to NASA science in the FY2027 budget request.1 outletSpaceNASA science cuts and authorization bill await incoming Democratic Congress7 linked
7. 5d agoPayloadRep. Mike Haridopolos on NASA’s Future After the Blue WaveRep. Mike Haridopolos, chair of the House space subcommittee, says bipartisan support will carry NASA funding and the Artemis schedule through the incoming Democratic House, with a continuing resolution as fallback.1 outletSpaceNASA science cuts and authorization bill await incoming Democratic Congress48 linked
8. 8d agoNASASpaceflight · research by NASANASA announces search for new astronautsNASA opens applications for its 25th astronaut class, with applications closing 3 December 2026 and selection expected in late 2027.

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   1. 8d agoNASASpaceflightEarliestNASA announces search for new astronauts
   2. 4d agoAVwebPickupNASA Opens Applications for Next Astronaut Class, Including Experienced Pilots

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9. 8d agoSpace.com'I think we will prevail': NASA chief Jared Isaacman on Artemis, China and the new moon race (exclusive)In an exclusive interview, NASA chief Jared Isaacman commits to at least one SLS launch per year for Artemis and frames the lunar race with China as one NASA intends to win.1 outletSpace40 linked
10. 10d agoSpace FoundationMidterms May Shift Emphasis on Space Science ProgramsSpace Foundation analyzes how Democratic gains in the 2026 midterms could reshape Senate and House committees overseeing NASA and science, with NASA's FY2027 budget and a NASA authorization bill still pending.1 outletSpaceNASA science cuts and authorization bill await incoming Democratic Congress16 linked
11. 10d agoAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and AstronauticsNASA Unveils X-70 Fractal Experimental Aircraft ProgramNASA has unveiled the X-70 Fractal, a subsonic experimental testbed aircraft slated for a first flight within two years, with its contractor still undisclosed.1 outlet11 linked
12. 12d agoNASASpaceflightAvoiding an uncontrolled reentry; boost Hubble and keep the science – IsaacmanNASA seeks commercial options for a Hubble reboost, servicing, or controlled deorbit via an RFI open through November.1 outletSpaceNASA seeks commercial proposals to reboost or service Hubble20 linked
13. Oct 23Space FoundationArtemis III On Track for Triple-Launch in 2027NASA awarded CLPS contracts to eight companies to deliver science and technology payloads to the Moon, with program funding raised from $2.6 billion to $4.2 billion for initial Moon Base objectives.

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    1. Oct 23Space FoundationPickupArtemis III On Track for Triple-Launch in 2027
    2. YesterdaySpace FoundationEarliestSpaceX and Amazon Boost Constellation Competition

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14. Oct 31NASASpaceflightIsaacman outlines Artemis III multi-launch checkout sequence and Blue Origin priorityNASA Administrator Isaacman says Artemis III will need three sequential launches from three providers, with SLS committed only after Blue Origin's Blue Moon lander is in orbit.1 outletSpaceNASA awards first Moon Base contracts under Isaacman's revised Artemis plan54 linked
15. SPOOct 30Space Policy OnlineGovernment Spending on Civil Space Topped $42 Billion in FY2026An Aerospace Corporation analysis tallies $42.6 billion in FY2026 civil space spending across 19 non-defense agencies, down $1.6 billion from FY2025, and flags the FY2027 request for further steep cuts.1 outletSpace1 linked

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1. AwardNational Aeronautics and Space AdministrationDec 16NASA awarded Caltech contract 80NM0021F0008 for Phase A of the Mars Sample Return program.$1.6B obligated80NM0021F0008California Institute of TechnologySpaceLifecycle9 linked
2. AwardNational Aeronautics and Space AdministrationSep 30NASA awarded Northrop Grumman a contract for HelioSwarm program support valued at roughly $96.8 million.$96.8M obligated80ARC024CA007Northrop Grumman Systems CorporationSpaceLifecycle9 linked
3. AwardNational Aeronautics and Space AdministrationSep 30NASA awarded California Institute of Technology contract 80NM0018F0576 for the Euclid project worth about $75.8 million.$75.8M obligated80NM0018F0576CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYSpaceLifecycle7 linked
4. AwardNational Aeronautics and Space AdministrationSep 30NASA awarded California Institute of Technology contract 80NM0018F0442 for the SunRISE solar radio interferometer space experiment.$65.8M obligated80NM0018F0442California Institute of TechnologySpaceLifecycle7 linked
5. AwardNASA Management OfficeSep 30NASA awards California Institute of Technology a $19.4M contract for electric propulsion support to the Advanced Electric Propulsion System acquisition and delivery, operated through the Jet Propulsion Laboratory.$19.4M obligatedCALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYSpaceLifecycle10 linked
6. AwardNational Aeronautics and Space AdministrationFeb 12NASA awarded L3Harris Technologies a $16.9M contract to build and deliver the LISA Engineering Test Unit telescope.$16.9M obligated80GSFC26C0003L3HarrisSpaceLifecycle4 linked
7. AwardNational Aeronautics and Space AdministrationMar 26NASA awarded California Institute of Technology $14,989,785 under award 80NM0024F0013 for an omnibus support agreement for NASA-directed missions.$15M obligatedIND Omnibus Support Agreement for NASA Directed Missions (91-210214)CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYSpaceLifecycle7 linked
8. AwardNational Aeronautics and Space AdministrationJan 29NASA awarded Caltech $2.28M under award 80NM0025F7021 for the Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA) mission.$2.3M obligatedCALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYSpaceLifecycle8 linked
9. AwardNational Aeronautics and Space AdministrationJan 22NASA awarded Caltech $6.1M for risk assessment for Moon to Mars under award 80NM0026F7008.$6.1M obligatedCALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYSpaceLifecycle8 linked