Vast Delays Private Space Station Launch, Ditches Stainless Steel

Vast is targeting a new launch date of May 2026 for its Haven-1 demonstration.

Credit: Vast
Vast has delayed the launch of its private space station almost a year after manufacturing problems and snags with stainless steel caused it to rethink its material choice for its primary structure. The company instead pivoted to use aluminum for its Haven-1 commercial space station, it said on Feb...
Garrett Reim

Based in the Seattle area, Garrett covers the space sector and advanced technologies that are shaping the future of aerospace and defense, including space startups, advanced air mobility and artificial intelligence.

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