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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 4h

before and after (and yes some tiles where removed but still...)

#IFT11

DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 4h

Yes, it's impressive, yes they have improved, however, it is not rapidly reusable, nor capable of carrying (alive😇) humans yet...

Let's see what V3 brings...
🍿

source: SpaceX on the other site.
#IFT11

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 1d

Memories...

(Ex Dutch MLD P3C Orion 303)

Source: www.youtube.com/watch?v=naar...

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 2d

New expression acquired, while listening to a car related podcast, on the topic of an under-powered car, it was described as "it couldn't pull the skin off a rice pudding"

I do love the Brits :)

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 2d

Ah yes, it's corn silo plus lawn dart time again 😇

Let's see what lucky number 11 brings...

Source: SpaceX on the other site.
#IFT11

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 4d

Russian Improved Kilo II B-261 Novorossiysk escorted through the North Sea by Dutch Navy.

Source (in Dutch): www.defensie.nl/actueel/nieu...

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 7d

VA266 in the back, VA265 in the front :)

#CSG

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 7d

normally yes, but A62 for VA266 is "special" 😇

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 7d

assuming nominal launch ops, normal sequence VA265 -> VA266

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 7d

thats the launcher for VA265 (Sentinel 1d) the one for VA266 is already at CSG 😇

ESA Space Transport @transport.esa.int · 7d

And on that note...

The upper and the main stages have arrived in Kourou for the next Ariane 6 launch.

Time to build a rocket! 🚀

📸 ESA-CNES-Arianespace-ArianeGroup/Optique Vidéo du CSG - S. Martin

A modern cargo vessel named "Canopée" sails across calm waters under a clear blue sky. The ship features four prominent vertical structures which allow the use of wind-assisted propulsion technology. Positioned centrally in the frame, the vessel stands out against the serene ocean backdrop, highlighting a blend of traditional maritime transport with innovative, sustainable design elements.

A large container marked is being carefully unloaded from the Canopée vessel at the Port de Pariacabo. The container, housing Ariane 6's Upper Stage, is being transported by a blue truck. Several workers in high-visibility gear are present, coordinating the logistics of this complex operation.

Inside a spacious industrial facility, a Ariane 6's Upper Stage is being carefully transported on a heavy-duty vehicle. The scene includes several personnel in safety gear, one prominently wearing a blue shirt, overseeing the operation. The facility’s high ceilings, metal framework, and bright lighting underscore its suitability for handling large and sensitive space hardware.

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 8d

Well hello there KOMPSAT-7, payload for Vega-C VV28

#CSG #VV28

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 9d

Didn't buy it, found it interesting given the COMSEC topics on display 😇

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 10d

from the Boeing MIGITS integration kit...

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 10d

Interesting, HAVE QUICK and a KOI interface, stuff you find on fleabay...

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 14d

miniscribe 8425, and yes you can rotate the stepper motor arm to loosen it

not that I know anything about such drives 😇

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 16d

When car commercials had this...

(and I want the raw HD footage please 😇)

#Peugeot205 #C130

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 18d

Still a cool clip...

#DreamChaser

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 18d

Good night crewed DreamChaser, it wasn't meant to be :(

#DreamChaser

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 18d

Interesting, SpaceX Dragon ISS reboost aborted, no word on the reason...

Source: www.nasa.gov/blogs/spaces...

#ISS #Dragon #Reboost

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 18d

Uhm...

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 23d

Nice to see Sainz up there today, curious to see what the upgraded RB21 and Max will be able to do in Singapore...

#F1 #BakuGP

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 23d

Vectis it is...
theaviationist.com/2025/09/21/s...

Skunk Works Introduce Vectis Stealth CCA

Lockheed Martin says the new Group 5 survivable and lethal collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) will fly within two years. Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works

theaviationist.com

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 24d

Lockheed Martin skunk works is about the present something...

"It’s almost here…🦨
You won't want to miss this."

source: Lockheed Martin on the other site

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 24d

and the color version

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DutchSpace @dutchspace.bsky.social · 24d

One more

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