Varda Denied Reentry and Recovery Permission by USAF and FAA

Varda Space Industries, a company specializing in in-space manufacturing, has been denied permission by the US Air Force and the FAA to bring its manufacturing spacecraft and return capsule back to Earth. The FAA cited safety concerns and non-compliance with regulatory requirements as reasons for the denial. Varda is working to address these concerns and has requested a reconsideration from the FAA.