Becky Iannotta
Becky Ianotta is a former SpaceNews reporter covering space industry and policy news from 2008 to 2009. Becky earned a bachelor's degree in English/Journalism from the University of Miami. She spent five years as an editor with the Key West Citizen in Florida before joining the SpaceNews team. She later wrote for Air Force Times before taking her current position as communication director for Mother's Against Drunk Driving.
Latest articles by Becky Iannotta
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Bolden Reacts To Reports of His Impending NASA Nomination
By Becky Iannotta published
U.S. President Barack Obama’s science adviser told Congress May 14 a NASA administrator will be announced “very shortly.”
![Rare Sight: Twin Shuttles at Launch Pad for Last Time](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eZRyUSczK4sXRR9gGo8qSi-320-80.jpg)
Obama's NASA Budget Draws Mixed Reviews
By Becky Iannotta published
Obama's 2010 budget request calls for a full review of NASA's plans and does not reflect his campaign promises, officials said.
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Astronaut Class of 2009 Has No Spaceship
By Becky Iannotta published
NASA's 2009 astronaut class will be the first in 3 decades with no chance to launch on a space shuttle.
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NASA Chief Candidate Appointed to DOE Post
By Becky Iannotta published
Another candidate for NASA's top post has been nominated to a different agency by President Obama.
![This graphic depicts a space solar power experiment envisioned for the International Space Station](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7ewrNXyFzdqv88ytrcP4Cg-320-80.jpg)
Space Solar Power Crowd Bets on Obama
By Becky Iannotta published
Space solar power advocates are hoping the Obama administration will revive their experiment.
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Satellite Crash: Who's to Blame?
By Becky Iannotta published
The Feb. 10 collision of two satellites highlights the challenge of preventing such events and is a sign of more to come.
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Economic Stimulus Package Contains $1 Billion for NASA
By Becky Iannotta published
NASA stands to receive $1 billion of a $789 billion economic stimulus package under discussion.
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U.S. Satellite Destroyed in Space Collision
By Becky Iannotta published
An unprecedented collision with a Russian satellite has destroyed a U.S. communications satellite.
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Senate Passes Stimulus Bill Containing $1.3 Billion for NASA
By Becky Iannotta published
The Senate passed an $838 billion stimulus bill Tuesday that includes $1.3 billion for NASA.
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Interim NASA Chief Takes Charge Until Obama Settles on Successor
By Becky Iannotta published
NASA Associate Administrator Chris Scolese is leading the space agency until a successor is settled.
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Chicago Firm Protests Space Station Cargo Contract
By Becky Iannotta published
Chicago-based PlanetSpace is protesting NASA's station cargo award to other firms.
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Key U.S. Senator Cautions Obama on NASA Pick
By Becky Iannotta published
President-Elect Obama has asked USAF Maj. Gen. Scott Gration to head NASA, insiders say.
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Obama Asks Retired Air Force General to Run NASA
By Brian Berger, Becky Iannotta published
President-Elect Obama has asked USAF Maj. Gen. Scott Gration to head NASA, insiders say.
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Earth Scientist Emerges as Possible Replacement for NASA Chief
By Brian Berger, Becky Iannotta published
Earth scientist Charles Kennel has arisen as a new candidate to replace NASA Chief Mike Griffin.
![Report: Space Shuttle Retirement Date in Jeopardy](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Un6P5FTCLkkeESY7ukUJCB-320-80.jpg)
Space Shuttle Extension Options Carry High Costs
By Becky Iannotta published
NASA's options to extend shuttle flights beyond 2010 carry billions in costs.
![Hubble Repair Delay Puts Ares 1-X Rocket Test on Hold](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JLEPELakEYNrShUJjCDWHk-320-80.jpg)
NASA Might Change Hubble Mission Requirement to Keep Ares 1-X on Schedule
By Becky Iannotta published
NASA may change Hubble shuttle rescue plans to aid Ares rocket test.
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Space Communications Patent Spans Solar System
By Becky Iannotta published
Mobile Satellite Ventures has a patent on a hybrid space communications system.
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Report: Space Shuttle Retirement Date in Jeopardy
By Becky Iannotta published
NASA's plan to retire its shuttle fleet by 2010 faces big challengs, a new report finds.
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China's Space Capability Could Surpass United States, Panel Warns
By Becky Iannotta published
Experts say China's space capabilities could surpass U.S. technology.
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Grounded Space Tourist Sues for $21 Million Refund
By Becky Iannotta published
A grounded Japanese space tourist is suing for a refund.
![Space tourist Charles Simonyi trains inside a Soyuz spacecraft simulator before his first flight of April 2007. Simonyi launched on a second orbital mission in 2009, becoming the only two-time private space explorer.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nUunVR5G5P64rTuwygWPNP-320-80.jpg)
U.S. Billionaire to Make Second Private Spaceflight
By Becky Iannotta published
Former space tourist Charles Simonyi has signed on for a second trip to orbit.
![Experiment Boosts Hopes for Space Solar Power](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CCtq7iNfkCzvwMV9g7XvYn-320-80.jpg)
Experiment Boosts Hopes for Space Solar Power
By Becky Iannotta published
A scientist has used radio waves to transmit solar power between two islands.
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1st Responders Urged To Check Mobile Satcom Gear Early
By Becky Iannotta published
Emergency workers should check their mobile satellite communications gear.