VIPER nears launch as Artemis signatory grows and Mars missions move
- 1.VIPER targets 2027 lunar south pole landing, rover awards
NASA's fully built VIPER is in final testing ahead of a 2027 launch, while task orders cover Moon Base rovers and LTV delivery.
- 2.Lunar Link completes test campaign, stored as Gateway paused
After Lunar Link finished testing, the vehicle is stored while Gateway is paused.
- 3.Uzbekistan Joins Artemis Accords as 77th Signatory
The 77th Artemis Accords signatory is now Uzbekistan, which is developing its space program while NASA pursues a Moon Base.
- 4.MMX begins mission to Martian moons after successful H3 launch
The MMX mission to the moons of Mars has started after an H3 launch succeeded.
- 5.Agenzia Spaziale Italiana completes MSLR project
The Agenzia Spaziale Italiana has finished its MSLR project.
- 6.New airfoil boosts Mars helicopter performance
A new airfoil has improved the performance of a Mars helicopter.
- 7.James Webb Space Telescope image unveils hidden stars
A James Webb Space Telescope image release announced on 2026-10-06 marks the unveiling of hidden stars.
- 8.Isaias remnants lash Iceland after Florida landing
Iceland was hit by Isaias remnants after the Florida landing.