Aerospace Legacy and Future Innovations: From Hurricanes to Asteroid Defense

Explore the rich legacy of aerospace innovation on the Central Coast and its impact on the future of space exploration. Witness breathtaking timelapse footage of Hurricane Milton from space, and learn about SpaceX's upcoming Starship launch pending FAA approval. Additionally, discover the European Space Agency's Hera mission aimed at testing Earth's defense against asteroids. Join us as we delve into the intersection of technology, climate awareness, and planetary safety in this exciting episode of 'Simply Space.'

Sources:
https://www.independent.com/2024/10/08/space-innovation-is-our-legacy/
https://www.foxnews.com/us/nasa-astronaut-shares-timelapse-video-massive-hurricane-milton-from-space
https://www.space.com/spacex-starship-flight-5-target-oct-13-pending-faa
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/european-space-agency-launches-mission-to-test-earths-defense-against-asteroids/

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:43) Space Innovation Is Our Legacy
(00:03:16) NASA astronaut shares timelapse video of massive Hurricane Milton from space
(00:06:31) SpaceX eyes Oct. 13 for next Starship launch, pending FAA approval
(00:09:12) European Space Agency launches mission to test earth's defense against asteroids