
American spaceflight
American spaceflight involves sending spacecraft, satellites, and crew beyond Earth’s atmosphere to explore, research, and develop technology. Since the Apollo missions in the 1960s and 70s, NASA and private companies like SpaceX have advanced reusable rockets, making space access more efficient and cost-effective. These missions range from launching satellites, studying Earth and space, to crewed missions to the International Space Station. The goal is to expand human presence in space, improve technology, and foster discovery, all while ensuring safety and sustainability for future exploration endeavors.