Thu, Aug 06, 2009
More Launches Means More Interest In New Mexico Spaceport
Colorado-based UP Aerospace
successfully launched an unmanned test vehicle from New Mexico's
Spaceport America Tuesday. The launch was for UP's newly acquired
client, Florida-based Fundamental Technology Systems Inc.
(Moog-FTS).
The launch was a test of a ground-launched UAV prototype.
Spaceport America said in a news release that all test objectives
were met during the vehicle's low altitude suborbital trajectory.
“Moog-FTS is an important player in space research and
manufacturing technology, and we are excited to be in a position to
provide low-cost, fast-turnaround launch operations for their
R&D projects," said UP Aerospace President Jerry Larson.
This latest launch from Spaceport America demonstrates the
versatility of UP Aerospace at Spaceport America, the world's first
purpose-built commercial spaceport now under construction. NMSA
Executive Director Steve Landeene said, "This is another example of
delivering on the unique capabilities of the commercial space
sector. Major players in the space industry like Moog-FTS and other
aerospace companies are increasingly becoming aware of the
opportunities available at Spaceport America. I'm proud that we
continue to set the standard for safe, low-cost commercial
spaceflight."
Progress at Spaceport America continues at a rapid pace. Road
improvements to the spaceport are now complete, and after a
successful groundbreaking ceremony in June, bids are being reviewed
and awarded for various aspects of the construction. Spaceport
America will have a 10,000-foot runway complete by late summer 2010
with the Terminal Hangar Facility projected to be complete by early
2011. The NMSA has been working closely with leading aerospace
firms such as Lockheed Martin, UP Aerospace, Virgin Galactic,
Microgravity Enterprises and Payload Specialties to develop
commercial spaceflight.
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