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Is SpaceX behind schedule?

NASA to open the US lunar landing contract. Oman’s CAA has a framework to approve commercial space launch. Zhuque-3 completed tests ahead of flight. And more.

Maria Varmazis
Oct 21, 2025
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Summary

NASA to open the US lunar landing contract to new bidders with acting Administrator Sean Duffy citing delays with SpaceX’s Starship as the reason behind the move. Oman’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has introduced a framework to approve commercial space launch activities. China's Zhuque-3 reusable rocket has completed major ground tests ahead of its maiden flight, and more.

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Our guest today is Patrick O'Neill, Public Affairs and Outreach Lead at the International Space Station US National Laboratory.

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Selected Reading

Transportation Secretary Duffy says Musk's SpaceX is behind on moon trip and he will reopen contracts

Oman Set for Launch as Regulator Announces Spaceflight Framework — Etlaq Spaceport

China's Zhuque-3 reusable rocket completes tests before maiden flight - CGTN

Muon Space to Integrate SpaceX's Starlink Mini Space Lasers Into Its Halo™ Satellite Platform

KONGSBERG and Andøya Space to strengthen Norwegian space capabilities

Barclays Sees Muni ‘Space Bonds’ Becoming $25 Billion Market - Bloomberg

Lockheed Martin Reports Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results

No future for Space Futures Command, sources say - Breaking Defense

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