SpaceX Starship Test Flight 4 SUCCESS | IFT4 Launch Breakdown - WHAT, WHY, and WHERE its going

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Last week was some of the most exciting and jam packed space events I've seen in a while. So many launches, including the success of SpaceX's Starship Test Flight 4! We break down what happened, why it was a success, and our thoughts on Flight Test 4, 5, and beyond. We really can't stress how much progress was made with IFT4 - and we do our best to tell that story with this episode. For those wondering - this is a good review of my thoughts on EVERYTHING test flight 4 - so buckle up.

Let us know what YOU thought about IFT4 and Starship - email us at todayinspacepodcast@gmail.com!

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starship, spacex, spacecraft, rocket, flaps, flight, booster, test, launch pad, humans, faa, launch, space, landing, orbit, land, reentry, artemis, experienced, starships

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Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:00 What is Starship and why is it important? 05:00 SpaceX's Starship reentry test - controlled reentry & spacecraft /booster survival 10:33 SpaceX's fourth flight test of Starship - Our Thoughts

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Spread Love, Spread Science Alex G. Orphanos

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SpaceX Starship Test Flight 4 SUCCESS | IFT4 Launch Breakdown - WHAT, WHY, and WHERE its going

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published about a year ago

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Let us know what YOU thought about IFT4 and Starship - email us at todayinspacepodcast@gmail.com!

Topics from the episode:

starship, spacex, spacecraft, rocket, flaps, flight, booster, test, launch pad, humans, faa, launch, space, landing, orbit, land, reentry, artemis, experienced, starships

We'd love to know your thoughts and questions!

Email us at todayinspacepodcast@gmail.com

SOURCES:

https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1798689697184764071

https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1799458854067118450

https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1798792222743122164

The 'Topics from the episode' above and the timestamps below for the episode were generated using AI (otter.ai) by processing the audio file.

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Here's to building a fantastic future - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)!

Spread Love, Spread Science Alex G. Orphanos

We'd like to thank our sponsors: AG3D Printing

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15 weeks ago17:18

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The FRAM2 Astronauts have returned safetly after their "work-week" long mission in polar orbit. One thing about these private missions is that they can happen so fast! They don't stay up in space as long as NASA missions these days (ISS) so it's a fresh & interesting take on human spaceflight. And that's the theme for this week: discussing our top 3 favorite experiements shared live, in-flight by the FRAM 2 Crew. It also blends perfectly with our thoughts on how these private missions differ from the classic "NASA" spaceflight mission, and the future missions to the Moon & Mars. So buckle up - and let's dive in! Let us know what you think about the mission! Hit is up on social media @todayinspacepod on X/Instagram/Threads, @todayinspace on TikTok, or email us at todayinspacepodcast@gmail.com ! Sources: https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1906033185353334805 https://f2.com/ https://f2.com/research-announcement.pdf Mission Commander Chun Wangs thoughts post mission: https://x.com/ELGR3CO/status/1910511261982269902 https://x.com/satofishi/status/1908586223603417507 https://x.com/satofishi/status/1909278819552567328 The Sounds of Deorbit inside of Dragon: https://x.com/satofishi/status/1908175471923335276 15 Minute video from orbit, sent to Earth: https://x.com/satofishi/status/1908020230561075521 https://x.com/astro_jannicke/status/1907952467758960856 Timestamps: 00:00 Intro & More Space to Follow this Week! 05:25 Our Top 3 Science and Research In-Flight during FRAM2 11:08 The Uniqueness of Private Astronaut Missions 15:52 Closing Thoughts Here's to building a fantastic future - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)! Spread Love, Spread Science Alex G. Orphanos We'd like to thank our sponsors: AG3D Printing (ag3d-printing.com to learn more & start 3D printing today!) Today In Space Merch: James Webb Space Telescope Model (3DPrinted) https://ag3dprinting.etsy.com/listing/1839142903 SpaceX Starship-Inspired Rocket Pen (3DPrinted) https://ag3dprinting.etsy.com/listing/1602850640 Blue Origin New Glenn-inspired Rocket Pen (3DPrinted) https://ag3dprinting.etsy.com/listing/1859644348 Follow us: @todayinspacepod on Instagram/Twitter @todayinspace on TikTok /TodayInSpacePodcast on Facebook Support the podcast: • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop - ag3dprinting.etsy.com • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at ag3d-printing.com • Donate at todayinspace.net #spacecraft #technology #aerospace #spacetechnology #engineer #stem #astronaut #arctic #antarctica #crewdragon #spacex #polarexpedition #fram2 #polarorbit #mars #tothemoon #artemis…

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FRAM2 First Crewed Polar Orbit Mission with All-International Crew! Launching on SpaceX Crew Dragon 10:45

17 weeks ago10:45

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The FRAM2 Mission is ready to take flight on Monday, March 31st with a 4.5 hour launch window that starts at 9:46PM ET! We'll be going live on social media for a Launch Hangout if you want to join us and hangout. This episode is covering all the basics for the first crewed polar orbiting mission, you'll learn about the mission, the crew, the original Polar Expedition with the FRAM ship, and our thoughts on the next human spaceflight mission! Since this is a private mission, there's so much to learn about as it's not the typical NASA Astronaut mission. Plenty of firsts, along with an all-international crew with all but 1 Astronaut being the first of their country to go to space. For all the adventurers out there, this mission is for you! Let us know what you think about the mission! Hit is up on social media @todayinspacepod on X/Instagram/Threads, @todayinspace on TikTok, or email us at todayinspacepodcast@gmail.com ! Sources: https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1906033185353334805 https://f2.com/launch-announcement.pdf https://f2.com/ https://f2.com/research-announcement.pdf https://play.ootiboo.com/projects/blue-marble https://www.solarmaxmission.com/home Timestamps: 01:38 FRAM2 Mission Overview 03:15 Crew Introduction (2:23) 05:37 Mission Goals and Science Experiments 07:51 Launch Hangout - Join us live! 09:00 Update from AG3D Labs Here's to building a fantastic future - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)! Spread Love, Spread Science Alex G. Orphanos We'd like to thank our sponsors: AG3D Printing (ag3d-printing.com to learn more & start 3D printing today!) Today In Space Merch: James Webb Space Telescope Model (3DPrinted) https://ag3dprinting.etsy.com/listing/1839142903 SpaceX Starship-Inspired Rocket Pen (3DPrinted) https://ag3dprinting.etsy.com/listing/1602850640 Blue Origin New Glenn-inspired Rocket Pen (3DPrinted) https://ag3dprinting.etsy.com/listing/1859644348 Follow us: @todayinspacepod on Instagram/Twitter @todayinspace on TikTok /TodayInSpacePodcast on Facebook Support the podcast: • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop - ag3dprinting.etsy.com • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at ag3d-printing.com • Donate at todayinspace.net #spacecraft #technology #aerospace #spacetechnology #engineer #stem #astronaut #arctic #antarctica #crewdragon #spacex #polarexpedition #fram2 #polarorbit…

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Crew 9 Return, Starliner Saga Complete, and Humans Safe Back on Earth 14:12

18 weeks ago14:12

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On this week's episode we discuss the return of Crew 9 to Earth after! All four humans on board spent at least half a year, while the "stranded" Starliner Astronauts returned home after 9.5 months in space. We breakdown the whole thing, starting by introducing the crew, reviewing the Starliner Saga, and discussing why this mission was so important, and engaging. We also discuss the importance of international cooperation, the challenges faced, and the significance of NASA's backup plan, and the resilience of the SpaceX teams that made it all happen. So buckle up, and let's dive in! Thanks for joining us for another episode of Today In Space 00:00 Introduction 01:19 Breakdown of the Humans on Crew 9 02:48 Crew 9's Original and Revised Crew 04:08 Starliner Saga and Engineering Problems 07:19 Crew 9/Starliner Public Perception and Political Narratives 10:52 Significance of Crew 9's Mission 12:04 NASA's Backup Plan and SpaceX's Role 13:29 Conclusion and Call to Action Here's to building a fantastic future - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)! Spread Love, Spread Science Alex G. Orphanos We'd like to thank our sponsors: AG3D Printing (ag3d-printing.com to learn more & start 3D printing today!) Follow us: @todayinspacepod on Instagram/Twitter @todayinspace on TikTok /TodayInSpacePodcast on Facebook Support the podcast: • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop - ag3dprinting.etsy.com • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at ag3d-printing.com • Donate at todayinspace.net #spacecraft #technology #aerospace #spacetechnology #engineer #stem #artemis #astronaut #strandedastronaut #starliner #crew9 #nasa #spacestation…

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SpaceX Starship Flight 8 Breakdown & Our JWST 3D Printing Adventure! 9:58

20 weeks ago9:58

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On this episode of the podcast we’re breaking down what happened with Starship Flight 8 and what the future holds for the SpaceX teams. Not only that, we’ll be talking about how progress is more of an adventure than a straight line. We’ll close out with how we can relate to a bumpy road of progress with our own 3D Printing of the James Webb Space Telescope in the AG3D Lab. So buckle up - and let’s dive into this week’s episode. Thanks for joining us! Keywords: Starship flight eight, SpaceX, super heavy booster, max Q, hot stage separation, Mechazilla, orbital burn, engine failure, development cycle, block two, block three, iterative approach, 3D printing, James Webb Space Telescope, Artemis mission. Sources: https://spacenews.com/spacex-completes-investigation-into-starship-flight-7-mishap/ www.nasaspaceflight.com/2025/03/spacex-catches-booster-15-but-once-again-loses/ spaceflightnow.com/2025/03/03/launch-preview-spacex-to-launch-starship-flight-8/ https://x.com/ELGR3CO/status/1897807237986373895 Flight 8 Breakup overhead https://x.com/ELGR3CO/status/1897804953147613284 Flight Broadcast https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1897784121692229860 Timestamps: 00:00 Starship Flight 8 Overview 01:54 Launch Details and Partial Success 03:35 Analysis of Flight 8 of Starship 05:16 Challenges and Future Steps 06:14 The 3D Printing Adventure of JWST 08:21 Conclusion Here's to building a fantastic future - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)! Spread Love, Spread Science Alex G. Orphanos We'd like to thank our sponsors: AG3D Printing (ag3d-printing.com to learn more & start 3D printing today!) Follow us: @todayinspacepod on Instagram/Twitter @todayinspace on TikTok /TodayInSpacePodcast on Facebook Support the podcast: • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop - ag3dprinting.etsy.com • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at ag3d-printing.com • Donate at todayinspace.net #spacecraft #technology #aerospace #spacetechnology #engineer #stem #artemis #astronaut…

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Firefly Aerospace Successfully lands on the Moon! Two Weeks on Mare Crisium - Science BEGINS! 11:31

21 weeks ago11:31

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Firefly Aerospace successfully landed its Blue Ghost 1 mission on the moon on March 2, 2025, as part of NASA's CLIPS program. They became the 1st Commercial Company to touchdown safely and land on the moon! The mission, which cost 1/10th of a NASA-led mission, carried 10 NASA instruments onboard (among some other payloads as well). The mission's instruments will study lunar dust, solar wind interactions, and other scientific phenomena. Future missions, including Intuitive Machines' IAM-2, are expected to build on the Lunar Momentum, with significant scientific data expected in the coming weeks before the bitter cold of lunar darkness. Buckle up, and let's dive in! Thanks for joining us for another episode of Today In Space Keywords: Firefly Aerospace, Blue Ghost One, moon landing, NASA, CLIPS program, lunar payloads, SpaceX Falcon 9, Mare Crisium, autonomous descent, lunar dust, scientific instruments, NFT digital art, Artemis mission, lunar night, space exploration. Sources: https://fireflyspace.com/missions/blue-ghost-mission-1/ https://fireflyspace.com/news/ https://www.intuitivemachines.com/im-2 https://lifeship.com/blogs/lifeship-mission-control/successful-launch-we-are-on-our-way-to-the-moon Timestamps: 00:00 Firefly Aerospace's Historic Moon Landing 01:17 Firefly Space Lander Cost & NASA CLPS 02:28 Firefly Mission & Landing Breakdown 06:50 What's onboard for Science & Payloads? 09:19 What to expect in Week 1 on the Moon? 10:41 Final Thoughts Here's to building a fantastic future - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)! Spread Love, Spread Science Alex G. Orphanos We'd like to thank our sponsors: AG3D Printing (ag3d-printing.com to learn more & start 3D printing today!) Follow us: @todayinspacepod on Instagram/Twitter @todayinspace on TikTok /TodayInSpacePodcast on Facebook Support the podcast: • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop - ag3dprinting.etsy.com • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at ag3d-printing.com • Donate at todayinspace.net #spacecraft #technology #aerospace #spacetechnology #engineer #stem #artemis #astronaut #fireflyaerospace #fireflyspace #tothemoon #moonlanding #moonlander #lunarlanding #lunarlander #todayinspace #blueghost1 #BGM1 #ghostridersinthesky…

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Deflecting Danger in 2032 from Asteroid 2024 YR4 | What Is It? What Can We Do? 16:49

22 weeks ago16:49