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@Axiom_Space
Axiom Space
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You wanted a market for commercial human spaceflight? It's here. Ax-1, Ax-2, Ax-3, and Ax-4 – all now confirmed to fly on @SpaceX 's Dragon.
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@Axiom_Space
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#Ax1 crew welcomed by the @space_station crews as they leave Dragon and enter into their home for the next 8 days
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#Ax1 : The First All-Private Crew to the @Space_Station
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Welcome aboard the @Space_Station #Ax2 crew! They celebrated the moment with a welcome ceremony. The Ax-2 crew members were pinned with the Universal Astronaut Insignia which represents all space travelers.
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Axiom Space
2 years
#Ax1 , the first all-private astronaut mission to @space_station is now targeted for launch on April 6th Join us:
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@Axiom_Space
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The #Ax2 crew is seated in the Dragon spacecraft and has completed their pre-launch checklist. ✔️comms ✔️seats rotated ✔️suit leaks ✔️ tray tables in full upright & locked position ✔️ seat belts correctly fastened NEXT: side hatch will close for flight.
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@Axiom_Space
Axiom Space
3 years
Training continues as @CommanderMLA and Larry Connor – commander and pilot of Axiom Mission 1, the first ever private crew to visit the International Space Station – become familiar with their ride.
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@Axiom_Space
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ALERT 🚨The #Ax2 mission is targeting no earlier than May 8 at 10:43 pm ET for the launch to the @Space_Station . Launching from @NASAKennedy , our multinational crew will fly on a @SpaceX Dragon to the station for their 12-day space mission.
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@Axiom_Space
Axiom Space
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New missions. New suit. New provider.
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Axiom Space
2 years
And with that, the first all-private mission to the ISS has begun. #Ax1
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Axiom Space
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Building the International Space Station’s successor. Booking a Crew Dragon mission with @SpaceX for our first flight – the first fully private flight to ISS in history. This is the commercialization of Low Earth Orbit.
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First look at the #Ax1 crew as deorbit burn begins.
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#Ax1 astronauts in @SpaceX Dragon now connected to @Space_Station as docking confirmed.
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Docking confirmed!
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With one week until launch, the #Ax1 crew is in quarantine in Florida as they finalize preparations for the time they’ll spend working and living aboard @space_station as the first all-private crew. Meet the crew: 📸: @SpaceX
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Our #Ax1 crew is now seated in the Dragon spacecraft and will begin pre-launch checklists.    ✔️comms check  ✔️seats rotated   ✔️suit leak checks   NEXT: side hatch for flight will close for flight = key visual milestone on the timeline to liftoff!
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The #Ax1 crew just walked down the crew access arm to the white room. They underwent extensive training to prepare for these final moments. Their hard work and dedication will soon come to fruition as they ingress into the spacecraft.
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Axiom Space
3 years
Under construction now. By humans today. For humankind tomorrow.
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Axiom Space
3 years
The next chapter.
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#Ax3 Mission Specialist Alper Gezeravcı @TURKastro makes history as the first Turkish astronaut @tuajans @tubitakuzay , inspiring the next generation of explorers.
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Coming up at 11 ET - Axiom, NASA, and SpaceX preview the launch of Ax-1, the first all-private astronaut mission to the International Space Station. Watch live:
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Axiom & @SpaceX are now targeting no earlier than April 3 – pending range availability – for launch of the #Ax1 mission to the @Space_Station . The new targeted launch date will allow teams to complete final spacecraft processing ahead of the mission.
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Next stop.
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The windows of the Axiom Earth Observatory cupola will be the largest ever constructed for space. Seen here, our window frame being rinsed prior to a chemical coating that will ensure corrosion protection. This milestone sets up the remainder of the window test program.
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@Axiom_Space
Axiom Space
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Axiom and @NASA have successfully completed Preliminary Design Review of AxH1 and AxH2, as well as Critical Design Review of the modules’ primary structure. This affirmation that the design meets all requirements is the latest major milestone on the path to launch in late 2024.
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@Axiom_Space
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Welcome home #Ax1
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@Axiom_Space
Axiom Space
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Dry Dress for #Ax3 is now complete, and we are ready for tomorrow's big launch. Watch live tomorrow at 3:15PM ET!
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3 years
The first private ISS crew in the history of humankind has been assembled. Commander Michael López-Alegría Mission Pilot Larry Connor Mission Specialist Mark Pathy Mission Specialist Eytan Stibbe Axiom Mission 1 (Ax-1): The start of a new era.
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First look at the #Ax3 crew!
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Axiom Space
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The #Ax1 astronauts (and Caramel the dog) just checked in as they pass over the southern tip of South America. They are preparing to dock to the @Space_Station . The Ax-1 webcast will resume at 5:30 am ET.
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Axiom Space
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Window to the universe.
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A view over the shoulder of #Ax1 Commander @CommanderMLA and Pilot Larry Connor as they continue towards Waypoint 1 in the final stages of approach with docking at the @Space_Station targeted for 7:45 am ET
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Over the course of #Ax1 , the crew will conduct approximately 25 experiments focused on human research, life and physical sciences, technology demonstrations, & Earth observations that will expand microgravity research to new sectors. See the research:
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The #Ax3 crew walked down the crew access arm to the #Dragon . Their hard work and dedication will soon come to fruition as they ingress the spacecraft!
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@Axiom_Space
Axiom Space
2 years
Meet #Ax1 Commander Michael López-Alegría, Pilot Larry Connor, Mission Specialist Mark Pathy, and Mission Specialist Eytan Stibbe    Each member of our multinational crew has a story of their own that provides a unique purpose on this mission.
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@Axiom_Space
Axiom Space
3 years
Congratulations to our partners at @SpaceX on #Inspiration4 's successful, truly historic launch. With the first private crew now in orbit and soon to be followed by Ax-1, the first private crew to ISS, "the door is open."
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SpaceX
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Dragon and the @inspiration4x astronauts are now officially in space! Dragon will conduct two phasing burns to reach its cruising orbit of 575km where the crew will spend the next three days orbiting planet Earth
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The #Ax3 crew has safely reached the recovery ship. #Ax3 is returning with a plethora of completed research data and having executed multiple international outreach engagements.
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@Axiom_Space
Axiom Space
3 years
Space flights. Space suits. Space stations. If humans are in space, so are we. Join the mission ➡️
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Axiom Space
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On the Russian ASAT test.
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Continuous human presence for a future of breakthrough innovation.
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Due to unfavorable weather conditions, we are waving off tonight's undocking of the #Ax1 mission from @Space_Station . The integrated Axiom Space, @NASA and @SpaceX teams are assessing the next best opportunity for the return of Ax-1, the first all-private mission to the ISS.
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Axiom Space
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A Texas-sized welcome for the returning #Ax3 crew as they land back in Houston!
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Axiom Space
3 years
Step one.
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The #Ax1 crew has begun their work onboard @space_station as they get adjusted to working in microgravity. Today they prepared the science & equipment needed on the orbiting lab as they head into a full week of research and outreach activities. 📸: NASA, ISS fly around Nov 2021
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Liftoff for #Ax3 🚀 The first all-European commercial astronaut mission has lifted off! Go #Ax3
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The next step for the space industry. The next step off the planet.
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Splashdown! The #Ax1 astronauts have made a safe return to Earth in @SpaceX Dragon after completing the first all-private crew mission to the @Space_Station and paving a path for a future of innovation in low Earth orbit.
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Splashdown of Dragon confirmed
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Axiom Space
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Happy Independence Day! Today we celebrate the birth of our nation and remember to always aspire to the ideals that propel the best of humanity to reach for the stars. 📸: NASA
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Happening soon: Axiom, @NASA , and @SpaceX leadership join the #Ax1 pre-launch press conference. Image: The #Ax1 crew at LC-39A for dry dress on April 6. Image courtesy of SpaceX. Watch live at
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Announcing astronaut crew for Axiom Mission 3, #Ax3 , set to launch to International Space Station no earlier than January 2024! First-ever, all-European commercial astronaut mission to the orbiting laboratory, redefining the pathway to LEO!
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Axiom Space
2 years
The #Ax1 crew and @spaceX Dragon safely splashed down at 1:06 p.m. ET, Monday, April 25. The crew’s arrival back home on Earth officially concludes the first all-private astronaut mission to @Space_Station . More:
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Axiom Space
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Weightless and Laughing: @AstroPeggy embodies pure joy as she floats gracefully in the vastness of space! 💫✨ For her, space is not just a destination, it's where she feels most at home.
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First look at the #Ax2 crew!
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Axiom Space
3 years
A multinational crew composed of three private astronauts and @CommanderMLA have now officially signed with Axiom. In other words: the first private crew to go to orbit in human history – the crew of Ax-1 – has been assembled. Mission launches NET late 2021. More details soon.
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The second all-private astronaut mission has lifted off! Go #Ax2 #TeamAxiom
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Liftoff of Ax-2!
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"Together a new chapter begins" #Ax1
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NASA
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This takes commerce to a whole new level. @Axiom_Space 's #Ax1 mission is on its way to the @Space_Station in @SpaceX 's Dragon Endeavour—a key step in our ongoing work to open opportunities for space travelers in low-Earth orbit.
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Commander Peggy Whitson added to her record for a total of 674 days in space, more than any other American astronaut! #Ax2
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Happening Now: @Space_Station crew welcomes #Ax1 astronauts onboard.
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History in the making. 👏
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We’re partnering with @Axiom_Space to enable the first private astronaut mission to the @Space_Station ! 📅 Get the details from mission experts during a LIVE update on May 10 at 11am ET (15:00 UT). How to tune in:
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Axiom Space has been awarded a @NASA contract to build the next generation of astronaut spacesuits. From the ISS to Artemis lunar missions and beyond, we are proud of the opportunity to equip a new era with increased flexibility and enhanced tools to develop a better tomorrow.
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So, room needed for four to eight more?
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Chris Bergin - NSF
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It's rather crowded on the Space Station!
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The #Ax1 crew’s vehicle to @space_station takes another step closer to launch as @SpaceX rolls out Crew Dragon and Falcon 9 to the historic pad at 39A ahead of Friday’s flight.
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Falcon 9 and Dragon roll out to the launch pad at 39A for @Axiom_Space ’s Ax-1 mission
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Axiom Station's fifth design analysis cycle is complete, introducing a significant change to the world's first commercial space station. The former Node and Hab have been combined into the Axiom Hub module, the central nexus of future human activity in Earth’s orbit.
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Ax-1, the first ever private astronaut mission to the @Space_Station , is now targeting a March 31 launch due to additional spacecraft preparations & space station traffic. The multinational crew will conduct science, outreach, & commercial activities during their 8 days on ISS.
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Endless possibilities ⇅
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@SpaceX This landmark agreement between Axiom and @SpaceX – the industry leaders in human spaceflight and in orbital services and launch, respectively – ensures that the commercialization of low-Earth orbit is well underway.
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It's official! @AstroPeggy cumulative time spent in space is 675 days.
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Current view from work.✨
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@NASA has selected Axiom for the second private astronaut mission to the @Space_Station : #Ax2 . Launching between Fall 2022 and Spring 2023.
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The #Ax3 crew has arrived in Florida. Now, they begin their two-week quarantine period to ensure they remain healthy as they prepare for launch to the #ISS
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Welcome back to Earth, #Ax3 Crew: @CommanderMLA , @WalterVilladei , @TURKastro , and @astro_marcus . Today, the Dragon spacecraft successfully splashed down, marking the end of their successful mission to the International Space Station.
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After months of training, the #Ax1 Crew is getting ready to head into quarantine for the final phase of preparation for this historic mission. Check out the new crew photo:
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A technician at @Thales_Alenia_S works to install protective covers around open ports of the bulkhead of Hab1 of Axiom Station. #BuildingforBeyond
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Building on the strategic partnership that Axiom & @mitsuiandco signed in September, and following Mitsui's investment in Axiom, the partners have initiated the formation of a joint venture in Japan to accelerate on-orbit services to commercial & government customers.
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Axiom Space and Türkiye signed a historic agreement to send the first Turkish astronaut to space and expand scientific development on Earth and in orbit. We are excited to see Türkiye join the international community of space explorers. #IAC2022
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The teams at @Axiom_Space , @NASA , & @SpaceX plan for the #Ax1 crew to undock the @Space_Station on Saturday, 4/23 at 8:35 pm ET and are targeting splashdown on Sunday, 4/24 at 1:46 p.m. ET.
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It's clock official. We are L-4 from #Ax3 Launch.
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All four of our #Ax1 astronauts have egressed from @SpaceX Dragon and are now headed into postflight evaluations. A post-landing press conference will follow. Watch live:
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Day 1. #Ax1
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Coming to a @Space_Station above you.
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The crew is deep into ISS training, extensive research is in planning, and we all can't wait. We're excited to partner with @NASA on this historic undertaking and for the groundwork the crew of Ax-1 will lay for the future.
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Kathy Lueders
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Great news! We are targeting Feb. 21 for the launch of the Axiom 1 mission to the @Space_Station – the first private astronaut mission to the microgravity laboratory with @Axiom_Space . Our work continues to open space to more people than ever.
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Preparations for the #Ax1 crew to enter @Space_Station are now underway. #Ax1 pilot Larry Connor exchanged words of welcome with the ground crews supporting the historic first all-private mission to the orbiting lab.
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Looking good Ax-2 crew👀This is the first look at the #Ax2 astronauts suited up as they head to historic Launch Complex 39A to prepare for launch! #TeamAxiom
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#Ax1 crew has lifted off! Godspeed! Go #Ax1 .
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Liftoff of Falcon 9 and Dragon!
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@NASASpaceflight With room for up to eight people.
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The next chapter in LEO begins.
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Welcome home to Earth, #Ax1 crew! View from over the shoulder of @CommanderMLA and Pilot Larry Connor in @SpaceX Dragon as recovery teams prepare.
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Suit up... 👀
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A seamless transition.
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#Ax3 Commander Michael López-Alegría @CommanderMLA arrives back on Earth, making history as the first-ever person to ride aboard a SpaceX Dragon twice.
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Two years ago, @NASA and @SpaceX launched the first commercial crew flight to the @Space_Station . This year, Axiom Space completed the first all private astronaut mission in the same Dragon spacecraft. #Ax1 📸: NASA
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Axiom has successfully completed the System Requirements Review for Axiom Station and our first spacecraft module. This review with NASA marks the next major milestone on the road to the world's first commercial space station. We are on to the primary design phase.
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Legendary astronaut @AstroPeggy and mission pilot @johnpshoffner will lead Axiom Mission 2 (Ax-2), the second-ever planned private mission to the International Space Station, with the aim of advancing science in orbit. Chapter 2 begins.
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