Space Budgets, Policy, Missions, Benefits, International Updates
China to Beat US Back to Moon: China’s first visit to the moon with its astronauts could come within a decade, according to the report that examines assessments from U.S. lunar expert Paul Spudis, author of a new book, The Value of the Moon: How to Explore, Live, and Prosper in Space Using the Moon’s Resources…. [Continue Reading]
Commercial Space Transportation
Crewed Missions to ISS in 2017: Human space flight from Florida next year ‘realistic,’ experts say Boeing and SpaceX, partners in NASA’s Commercial Crew Program, appear ready to resume human launches from Central Florida by the end of next year. Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner and SpaceX’s Dragon crewed vehicle will transport international astronaut crews to the… [Continue Reading]
Orion and Space Launch System
Orion Supports Deep Space Exploration: Moon or Mars? Lockheed preps Orion for deep space adventure Orion, the new human spacecraft NASA is developing with Lockheed Martin, will be capable of starting astronauts on deep space missions, whether their destination is the moon or Mars. Under NASA’s Journey to Mars plan, astronauts would first journey to… [Continue Reading]
International Space Station
ISS and Commercial Space: Commercial competition finding way onto ISS Aerospace Daily and Defense Report (4/11): Increasingly, commercial competition is making its way to the six-person International Space Station. Competitors Orbital ATK and SpaceX are providing access through their NASA resupply contracts. Made in Space, for instance, recently delivered the Additive Manufacturing Facility, a 3-D… [Continue Reading]
2016 Elections – Human Space Exploration Update
Stability is Message to Candidates from NASA Leadership: Bolden seeks stability for NASA in upcoming transition NASA Administrator Charles Bolden hopes the change that comes with a new U.S. presidential administration will not disrupt a current civil space policy focused on resuming human deep space exploration and a goal of reaching Mars with astronauts in… [Continue Reading]
Titusville’s 150th Anniversary Celebration
The City of Titusville will hit a significant milestone in 2017: the 150th Anniversary of its founding! The City, the Greater Titusville Renaissance and a group of community citizens are currently coordinating activities to celebrate this commemorative event. We will kick off the celebration on Friday, January 13, 2017 during the Downtown Friday night street… [Continue Reading]
Education Committee Update – April 2016
OYA: We received 16 applications from the 18 OYA’s for the scholarship this year. The selection committee met immediately after the regular meeting and selected Allison Hilton from Space Coast Jr/Sr High School. Allison will receive the $1000.00 scholarship from Community Credit Union and Parrish Medical Foundation at the May luncheon. College Night: We would… [Continue Reading]
Governmental Affairs Update – March 2016
Citizens for Space, a self- funded trip to Washington is May 24-26th. There is a small scholarship available to encourage people to attend. Lockheed Martin, who provided the scholarship would like to see more students attend. Business Voice is working to interview candidate before making their endorsements. Our Legislative Breakfast is scheduled for May 19th…. [Continue Reading]
Education Committee Update – March 2016
OYA: OYA recipients were sent letters asking them to write an essay of up to 500 words on where they expect their lives to be in 10 years. Deadline for the essays will be March 31, 2016. COLLEGE NIGHT: The committee would like to offer the student in North Brevard an opportunity to visit with… [Continue Reading]
Titusville Chamber Announces 2016 Board of Directors
Titusville, February 23, 2016 – The Titusville Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2016 Board of Directors. Led by Chairman of the Board, Carla McRae, Comptroller for BarnLight Electric and CFO for Playalinda Brewing Company, the Executive Committee includes: Vice-Chair of Financial Affairs – Donna Trantham of Mr. Submarine and Salad, Vice-Chair… [Continue Reading]