@spacechelle

Rocket Scientist. Space geek. Spent years in Mission Control & as astronaut instructor. Founder Higher Orbits. #SpaceInspires VP uniphi space agency. Cubs fan

higherorbits.org
Joined September 2012
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150 years looks good on you, @Cubs.
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Anyone travel to #RomanLaunch on @united? You could donate those miles to help support our future STEMists & Explorers! #SpaceInspires
Higher Orbits@HigherOrbitsAug 30
The campaign is almost over but NOT YET! There is still time to donate your @United miles to support Higher Orbits students in STEM! Donate today! donate.mileageplus.com/Listi… #SpaceInspires #STEM #STEAM #MilesOnAMission
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We’d be so grateful for any miles any of you can donate!!! Thanks in advance!! #SpaceInspires @united
Higher Orbits@HigherOrbitsJul 29
Do you fly @united ? Did you know that for a limited time you can donate your frequent flyer miles to Higher Orbits to help support our mission of inspiring students in STEM? Check it out! higherorbits.org/miles #SpaceInspires #STEM #STEAM #WorkforceDevelopment
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Sitting on my @united flight while at gate for extra 15 minutes because the @Airbus A321neo had CG issues and will tip if luggage isn’t offloaded 1st… perhaps maybe don’t buy these aircraft given they clearly aren’t conducive for airline flights if you can’t offload immediately
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Many of us have connections and are having to sit here and wait as we watch the clock tick minute by minute knowing we will be sprinting to our next gate. This is beyond unacceptable and it’s not the first time I’ve encountered this. Do better @united.
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For my holiday travel I had a bit of an unexpected adventure at @ChangiAirport that turned out to be quite entertaining. Check out my latest blog for details!! whereintheworldisspacechelle… #WhereInTheWorldIsSpacechelle
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Voted for the @Cubs 150 team… these votes should be a surprise to no one that knows me! mlb.com/cubs/fans/150?partne… @ARizzo44 @Sut_40 @KerryWood 💙🐻⚾️💙
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This capsule has inspired me for decades! I 🩵💙 @msichicago!! #SpaceInspires
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry@msichicago9 Oct 2025
🚀 In 1968, Apollo 8 became the first mission to leave Earth’s orbit, circle the moon, and bring its crew safely home. The moment we saw our planet like never before. 🌎 🌕 Artifact on loan from National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institution.
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Pop on in for #WorldSpaceWeek to purchase some delicious popcorn to support @HigherOrbits events! 50% of sales go to support students in #STEM. Act fast! Limited time only popup.doublegood.com/s/3fkft… #SpaceInspires

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Had an out of this world incredible week last week at #IAC2025. Was thrilled to have so many cosmic conversations with colleagues and to share about @HigherOrbits. Looking forward to continuing all the discussions and work! #SpaceInspires
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Michelle retweeted
SpaceX
@SpaceX9 Aug 2025
Due to unfavorable weather, now targeting Sunday, August 10 for Falcon 9’s launch of the @ProjectKuiper KF-02 mission from Florida
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Looking good, #Ax4!
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@CommanderMLA25 Jun 2025
Feeling pride for @Axiom_Space - and more than a little FOMO - seeing off the #Ax4 crew just before they head to the suit-up facility. Go Ax-4!
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Michelle retweeted
ULA
@ulalaunch16 Jun 2025
We are passing Launch Minus-2 hours in the countdown. Tanking operations are proceeding nominally after beginning at the earliest opportunity in our timeline today. All activities remain on schedule for a liftoff at 1:25:30 p.m. EDT (1725:30 UTC). Live updates: bit.ly/av_kuiper2
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Out of this world excited about this cosmic collaboration. This is just the first of a multi-part series of blogs from me about Mission Possible. Next one drops soon so check out the 1st while you wait! #SpaceInspires
Higher Orbits@HigherOrbits15 Jun 2025
We are thrilled to announce we are part of Mission Possible with The Exploration Company! Find out more in our latest blog... higherorbits.org/a-new-cosmi… #SpaceInspires #STEM #MissionPossible #NyxCapsule
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Go Atlas V! Go Kuiper! #SpaceInspires @ulalaunch @ProjectKuiper #AtlasV #KA02
Amazon Leo
@AmazonLeo10 Jun 2025
Our next 27 low Earth orbit satellites are on top of another Atlas V rocket, and @ULAlaunch is now targeting Monday, June 16 for the launch of our KA-02 mission. Follow along for updates on this upcoming launch and future Kuiper missions: spr.ly/60124yT2r

Amazon Leo mission updates: Nearly 400 satellites in orbit; next Ariane 6 launch date announced

Follow along for updates as Amazon Leo launches more than 100 missions to deploy its low Earth orbit satellite internet constellation.

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A pre-quarantine unveiling of the plaque for the astronaut hall of fame. It looks like me!
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We’ve invested into @fireflyspace, as we continue to expand access to space with our medium launch vehicle named Eclipse™. #PartnersinSpace Learn more: news.northropgrumman.com/lau…
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Before the beef, before the barbecue, today’s about remembering the brave. Thank you to those who served and sacrificed 🇺🇸
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My love of mascots has led me to create a new blog - Michelle’s Mascot Mayhem. Thought I would share it with you all here!

michellesmascotmayhem.com/ #ChelleLovesMascots

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michellesmascotmayhem.com
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Hey @mattlindner after sharing a Chicago Handshake with my peeps earlier at the @Cubs game, sharing a beer with my sis at @NiseiLounge! Cheers!
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