Spaceflight Now

Spaceflight Now is a news website that provides comprehensive coverage of space exploration and related topics. The site covers a wide range of subjects including NASA missions, SpaceX launches, Boeing projects, and other space-related events. The reporting is neutral and factual with no clear biases towards any particular subject or viewpoint. However, there are instances of contradictions found in the articles such as helium leaks and thruster issues in the Starliner spacecraft, trouble with maneuvering thrusters and telemetry not matching pre-set operating parameters. The site also covers upcoming launches and missions, providing readers with up-to-date information on the latest developments in space exploration. There are no clear conflicts of interest found in the articles, and the reporting is deceptiveness-free.

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The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site is known for its high journalistic standards. It strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. It has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

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  • Spaceflight Now appears to have a neutral reporting style with no clear biases towards any particular subject or viewpoint.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • There are no clear conflicts of interest found in the articles.

Contradictions

85%

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  • There are instances of contradictions found in the articles, such as helium leaks and thruster issues in the Starliner spacecraft, trouble with maneuvering thrusters and telemetry not matching pre-set operating parameters.

Deceptions

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Examples:

  • There are no instances of deception or misleading information found in the articles.

Recent Articles

  • NASA Cancels $450 Million Moon Rover Mission Due to Delays and Cost Overruns

    NASA Cancels $450 Million Moon Rover Mission Due to Delays and Cost Overruns

    Broke On: Thursday, 18 July 2024 NASA cancels $450 million VIPER moon rover mission due to delays and rising costs, replacing it with a nonfunctional mass simulator. The decision comes amid challenges in other missions, including Europa Clipper's electronic components. NASA continues lunar initiatives and Artemis human missions.
  • NASA Astronauts Extend Stay at ISS Due to Boeing Starliner's Propulsion System Issues

    NASA Astronauts Extend Stay at ISS Due to Boeing Starliner's Propulsion System Issues

    Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024 NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore have unexpectedly extended their stay at the International Space Station due to issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. The spacecraft encountered problems with its propulsion system involving helium leaks and malfunctioning thrusters during its approach to the ISS. NASA is currently testing one of Starliner's RCS thrusters to ensure its performance during the return journey, which will help engineers understand the root cause of these issues. The Boeing Starliner spacecraft is a crucial part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program, providing transportation for astronauts to and from the ISS.
  • Ariane 6's Inaugural Launch: Europe Regains Independent Access to Space on July 9, 2024

    Ariane 6's Inaugural Launch: Europe Regains Independent Access to Space on July 9, 2024

    Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024 Europe's Ariane 6 rocket, developed by the European Space Agency (ESA) and Arianespace, is set to make its inaugural launch on July 9, 2024. This heavy-lift launch will mark Europe's regained independent access to space after relying on other providers like SpaceX. The Ariane 6 rocket will carry multiple satellite missions and experiments into orbit, demonstrating its ability to match a typical flight profile of its predecessor, the Ariane 5 ECA version.
  • Firefly Aerospace's Alpha Rocket Set to Launch 'Noise of Summer' with Eight Cubesats from Universities

    Firefly Aerospace's Alpha Rocket Set to Launch 'Noise of Summer' with Eight Cubesats from Universities

    Broke On: Sunday, 02 July 2023 Firefly Aerospace's Alpha rocket, named 'Noise of Summer,' is set to launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base on July 2, carrying eight cubesats to a Sun Synchronous Orbit. The mission aims to validate Alpha's systems after previous failures and demonstrate quick response capabilities. Cubesats from universities like University of Arizona, University of Kansas, University of Maine, and University of Washington are aboard. Firefly holds the record for fastest turnaround with 'Victus Nox' launch in September 2023. The cubesats include advanced technology from the University of Michigan and unique satellites from other universities.
  • NASA Astronauts Stranded in Space: Starliner's Third Delay Due to Helium Leaks and Thruster Issues

    NASA Astronauts Stranded in Space: Starliner's Third Delay Due to Helium Leaks and Thruster Issues

    Broke On: Saturday, 22 June 2024 NASA 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.
  • Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft: Unplanned Issues Extend Astronauts' Stay at ISS

    Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft: Unplanned Issues Extend Astronauts' Stay at ISS

    Broke On: Wednesday, 14 June 2023 Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, carrying NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore to the International Space Station, encountered unexpected issues during its maiden crewed flight. The spacecraft suffered from helium leaks and thruster malfunctions, but the astronauts are safe on board. Engineers are working to resolve these issues before the astronauts return home on June 26. Despite setbacks, Boeing frames the mission as a learning opportunity and plans to eliminate both helium system performance and thruster issues before Starliner flies again.
  • Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft: Five Helium Leaks Delay NASA's First American-Made ISS Mission Since 2011

    Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft: Five Helium Leaks Delay NASA's First American-Made ISS Mission Since 2011

    Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024 Boeing'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 with ISS After Helium Leaks and Thruster Issues

    Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft Docks with ISS After Helium Leaks and Thruster Issues

    Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024 Boeing's Starliner spacecraft docked with the International Space Station on June 8th, overcoming helium leaks and thruster issues during its journey. Despite these setbacks, successful docking was achieved.
  • SpaceX Achieves Historic First Soft Landing of Starship Upper Stage and Super Heavy Booster: A Crucial Step Towards Reusable Rockets and Lunar Exploration

    SpaceX Achieves Historic First Soft Landing of Starship Upper Stage and Super Heavy Booster: A Crucial Step Towards Reusable Rockets and Lunar Exploration

    Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024 SpaceX achieved a historic first with the controlled landing of Starship upper stage (Ship 29) and Super Heavy Booster (Booster 11) following the fourth test flight on June 6, 2024. This significant milestone marks progress towards creating a mostly reusable rocket for SpaceX's goal of Mars exploration. NASA, which has ordered Starships for Moon-landing missions, congratulated the team and expressed excitement about lunar exploration.
  • Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft Experiences Computer Issue, Delaying First Crewed Launch to ISS

    Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft Experiences Computer Issue, Delaying First Crewed Launch to ISS

    Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024 Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, scheduled for its first crewed mission to the International Space Station (ISS), faced another delay due to a computer sync issue at T-minus 3 minutes and 50 seconds. NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams were set back as Boeing works to resolve the problem, with potential launch dates ranging from Wednesday to mid-June. Meanwhile, SpaceX continues making strides in the space industry with over 6,000 Starlink satellites and a $2.9 billion NASA contract for lunar landings.