1958 Space & Exploration Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 02 Feb Origin of the term 'aerospace': In February 1958, the term 'aerospace' was first defined, encompassing both Earth's atmosphere and outer space as a single domain. This definition integrated aircraft (aero) and spacecraft (space) under the newly coined term 'aerospace'. source: airports-worldwide.com
- 10 Feb Major solar geomagnetic storm disrupts global communications: On February 10, 1958, a major solar geomagnetic storm disrupted global communications, affecting radio and radar systems. This storm was part of a larger solar cycle and highlighted the vulnerabilities of technology to solar activity. The event raised awareness about the need for monitoring space weather. source: nasa.gov
What happened in 1958?
Discover what the world looked like in 1958: