Reusable Shuttle-Alike Readies For Action With Final Touches to Thermal Protection, Environmental Systems
Sierra Space has begun its final test phase for the Dream Chaser spaceplane at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, good news for fans of the ongoing commercial space race. Sierra Space is hoping that its Dream Chaser, and corresponding Shooting Star cargo module will offer a competitive, affordable option to those looking to deliver payloads into orbit and beyond. With production complete, Sierra Space will now move on to final testing and launch prep for its inaugural mission to resupply the International Space Station. The Dream Chaser now has to look forward to its closeout checks on propulsion, electrical, and pre-launch processing, along with th