SpaceX launches two NASA astronauts on historic mission
Astronauts launched to the International Space Station in a historic first for NASA and SpaceX.
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SpaceX and NASA launch astronauts into space
In a historic first for the U.S. space program, a spacecraft designed, built, owned and operated by a private company -- SpaceX -- blasted off Saturday with two NASA astronauts aboard. Watch CBS News coverage of the liftoff.
SpaceX astronauts ready to try again, weather permitting
NASA and SpaceX vow safety is the top priority for first piloted launch to orbit from U.S. soil in nearly a decade
Historic SpaceX launch set for Saturday
SpaceX and NASA's joint effort to fly U.S. astronauts to the International Space Station is expected to happen Saturday, weather permitting. The initial launch date, Wednesday, was scrubbed due to poor outside conditions. Mark Strassmann takes a look at Saturday's outlook, and the work leading up to the historic moment.
SpaceX rocket launch signals hope
The planned launch of SpaceX's rocket this Saturday is more than just a feat of scientific achievement. To some, like Itza Rodriguez, the launch serves as a metaphor for perseverance during these difficult times. Steve Hartman reports in this week's "On the Road."
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SpaceX launch set for Saturday afternoon
NASA and SpaceX will make a second attempt to send two American astronauts to the International Space Station on Saturday afternoon. Senior science reporter at The Verge Loren Grush joined CBSN to discuss.
New era in space delayed due to rainy weather
SpaceX will try again to launch its crewed capsule into orbit on Saturday, May 30. It'll be the first time Americans have launched from U.S. soil since the space shuttle retired in 2011. Mark Strassmann reports.
SpaceX postpones historic launch due to weather
The next attempt to launch will be Saturday afternoon, after weather conditions forced a delay.
SpaceX and NASA delay launch due to weather
SpaceX is ready to make history with the launch of the first crew aboard a commercial spacecraft to the International Space Station. But the weather didn't cooperate today, and the launch had to be postponed for Saturday. Loren Grush, senior space reporter for The Verge, joins CBSN to talk about the mission.
SpaceX abort system promises extra safety for crew
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Elon Musk comments on groundbreaking launch
Wednesday's SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch will be the first time a private company will send humans into orbit. SpaceX founder Elon Musk reflects on what this historic moment means to him. Mark Strassmann speaks to Musk and NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine ahead of the launch.
Space flight is a family affair for SpaceX crew
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"It's tremendously exciting": Astronauts count down to historic launch
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Musk praises astronauts' "nerves of steel" ahead of historic launch
"I'm the chief engineer," Elon Musk said. "So I'd just like to say if it goes right, it's credit to the SpaceX-NASA team. If it goes wrong, it's my fault."
Historical significance of SpaceX crew launch
For the first time since 2011, astronauts will be launched from American soil. Chief NASA historian Bill Barry spoke to CBSN's Anne-Marie Green about the significance of the agency's launch with SpaceX.
SpaceX set to launch astronauts
All eyes are on the Kennedy Space Center in Florida as SpaceX prepares to a historic launch. A SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket is set to send two NASA astronauts into eorbit -- a first for a private company. CBS News' Mark Strassmann joins CBSN to explain the significance of the mission.
"The future is here": ISS commander on historic SpaceX launch
"They're smart engineers at NASA. They're smart engineers at SpaceX, all with motivation to do the same thing, and that's fly missions effectively and safely," Cassidy said.
Astronauts prepare for historic orbital mission: "We're go for launch"
The U.S. is less than 24 hours from a series of firsts for the nation's space program: The first manned orbital mission in nearly a decade, and the first using a privately owned and operated spacecraft.
Weather outlook for SpaceX launch continues to improve
By Tuesday, the outlook had improved to 60% "go" for a launch Wednesday afternoon.
SpaceX launch marks new era in space travel
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket will launch two NASA astronauts to the International Space Station this week, marking a new era in space travel. Mark Strassmann reports from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
Weather improves for historic SpaceX astronaut launch
After heavy rain Monday, the forecast has improved for Wednesday's launch of American astronauts Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley aboard a Crew Dragon spacecraft.
NASA astronauts prep for SpaceX launch
NASA is counting down to the historic launch of a SpaceX rocket that is scheduled for Wednesday. The rocket, named "Dragon," will carry two NASA astronauts to the International Space Station and mark a new chapter in commercial space flight. Mark Strassmann reports.
SpaceX and NASA launch a new era in commercial spaceflight
Nine years ago, a crewed spaceflight blasted off from American soil for the last time. But this week, astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken will launch a new era of human spaceflight, when they board a commercial SpaceX rocket and take off from Florida's Kennedy Space Center. Correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
NASA, SpaceX launching a new era of commercial crewed spaceflight
Nine years after the last spacecraft carrying humans took off from U.S. soil, astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken will pilot a SpaceX Dragon rocket from Florida's Kennedy Space Center
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