T+130: SmallSat Launch Roundup

SmallSat was last week which meant a flurry of announcements. This year was launch heavy, so I break down some announcements from SpaceX, Arianespace, and Rocket Lab.

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• SmallSat - Home
• SpaceX - Smallsat Program
• Arianespace’s “GO-1” mission will provide small satellites with a direct flight to geostationary orbit - Arianespace
• Rocket Lab Announces Reusability Plans For Electron Rocket | Rocket Lab
• Electron Is Going Reusable - YouTube
• Here’s why Rocket Lab changed its mind on reusable launch | Ars Technica
• Can Rocket Lab really catch a rocket with a helicopter? - YouTube
• PDG Aviation Services - Mid Air Recovery - YouTube
• The Search for the Small GEO Sweet Spot - Main Engine Cut Off
• Episode T+123: The Noosphere of Influence - Main Engine Cut Off
• Episode T+124: Gateway Logistics Services, FY2020 NDAA, and Small GEO Satellites - Main Engine Cut Off
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