Jeff Foust
Jeff Foust is a space journalist who writes about space policy, commercial space, and related topics for SpaceNews. He has a Ph.D. in planetary sciences from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a bachelor's degree with honors in geophysics and planetary science from the California Institute of Technology. His work primarily focuses on news related to launches, policy, commercial space, civil space activities, and companies operating in the space industry.
Biography:
https://spacenews.com/author/jeff-foust/
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This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.
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- Jeff Foust writes about space policy, commercial space, and related topics for SpaceNews.
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- Jeff Foust earned a Ph.D. in planetary sciences from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a bachelor's degree with honors in geophysics and planetary science from the California Institute of Technology.
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- Artemis 2 mission remains scheduled for launch in September 2025 despite ongoing technical issues.
Recent Articles
NASA Astronauts Safe on ISS as Boeing Starliner Undergoes Thruster Tests
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams remain safe on the International Space Station after Boeing Starliner's malfunctioning thrusters prevented a successful docking. The spacecraft, which encountered helium leaks during approach, will stay at the ISS indefinitely while NASA and Boeing assess its thruster system. 
NASA Selects SpaceX to Develop and Deliver US Deorbit Vehicle for International Space Station
Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024NASA has chosen SpaceX to develop and deliver the U.S. Deorbit Vehicle for the International Space Station, worth up to $843 million. This spacecraft will ensure safe deorbiting of the station after its operational life in 2030, preventing risks to populated areas. The decision follows NASA's evaluation of various options for preserving or reusing the ISS, ultimately finding disassembly or raising its orbit with a large spacecraft infeasible. 
NASA Astronauts Stranded in Space: Starliner's Third Delay Due to Helium Leaks and Thruster Issues
Broke On: Saturday, 22 June 2024NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have been stranded in space aboard the International Space Station since late June 2024 due to ongoing issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. The latest setback involves helium leaks and thruster performance issues, delaying the return to Earth for the third time. NASA and Boeing are analyzing data to manage these problems, with no definitive departure date in sight. 
ESA's Ariane 6 Rocket Passes Final Test Before July Launch: Wet Dress Rehearsal Successful
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024The European Space Agency's Ariane 6 rocket passed its final wet dress rehearsal on June 20, 2024, fueling up and simulating countdown procedures before the July 9 launch. This critical step ensures readiness for the mission, which will carry Berlin-based Planetary Transportation Systems' Curium One CubeSat to test advanced communication technology and satellite design. 
NASA Delays Starliner's Return to Earth: Technical Issues with Thrusters and Helium Leaks Extend Astronauts' Stay at ISS
Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024NASA delays Starliner's return to Earth due to technical issues, pushing back the departure date from June 18 to no earlier than June 25. Engineers will investigate helium leaks and analyze data from a malfunctioning thruster during the extended stay at the International Space Station. The spacecraft is set to depart on June 25 and land on June 26, with a backup landing date scheduled for July 2. NASA's Voyager 1 and 2 Resume Data Transmission After Technical Issues in Interstellar Space
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024NASA's Voyager 1 and 2, the most distant spacecraft from Earth, have resumed sending valuable data about interstellar space after encountering technical issues. Both entered interstellar space in the late 1990s and collect information on plasma waves, magnetic fields, and particles. In November 2023, Voyager 1 experienced a computer problem preventing data return; engineers resolved it in May 2024, receiving engineering and science data from plasma waves and magnetometer instruments. Voyager 2 faced similar issues but recovered more quickly. Both now study interstellar space outside the heliosphere. 
Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft: Five Helium Leaks Delay NASA's First American-Made ISS Mission Since 2011
Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, carrying NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to the ISS on June 6, 2024, encounters five small helium leaks. Despite this setback, Starliner docks successfully and engineers assess helium supply and leak rates for return mission. Extended stay allows additional testing, including thruster tests and cabin measurements. 
Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft Docks at ISS Despite Propulsion System Leaks and Thruster Failure
Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024Boeing's CST-100 Starliner spacecraft docked at the International Space Station on June 13, 2024, marking a crucial achievement for NASA and Boeing despite encountering challenges such as helium leaks and thruster failures. Engineers are assessing the impact of these issues on the mission, which has been extended. Boeing plans to redesign valves on Starliner's propulsion system and potentially its batteries with NASA's support. 
Virgin Galactic's Final Commercial Mission: Turkish Researcher and Three Private Astronauts Reach Space Aboard VSS Unity
Broke On: Saturday, 08 June 2024Virgin Galactic, founded by Richard Branson, completed its final commercial mission with VSS Unity on June 8, 2023. The spaceplane carried Turkish researcher Tuva Atasever and three private astronauts to an altitude of 87.5 km for experiments and weightlessness experience. Virgin Galactic prepares to launch Delta Class ships in 2025 with higher flight rates, lower costs, and six-passenger capacity. 
Europe's New Hope: The Anticipated Launch of Ariane 6 on July 9
Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024The European Space Agency (ESA) is set to launch the long-awaited Ariane 6 rocket on July 9, marking Europe's return to independent space travel. This powerful and versatile launcher, carrying eight cubesats and reentry capsules, will offer ride-sharing launches for small satellites and pave the way for commercial operations. Delayed due to Covid-19 and technical issues, Ariane 6 is crucial for Europe's space program with an order book of 30 missions.
