The risk of on-orbit collisions has grown. Timely and accurate Space Situational Awareness is critical to prevent disaster. That's why the U.S. is advancing its own civil-led, national space traffic management system. Will other nations follow suit?
Looking at a rocket launch, it is difficult not to be amazed by the scene of a huge machine shooting straight up into the sky, creating enormous smoke clouds around it. The astronauts on the rocket have trained for years for this moment and have a hectic few months of important scientific work awaiting them. However, with the rise of space tourism, some things have changed. These new space travelers do not receive much training and go to space mostly for their entertainment. While it is impressive that within a few decades, space flight has become so much more accessible, it also raises the question of whether we are prepared for a large space tourism economy, especially from a safety and sustainability standpoint.
SGAC is looking for a volunteer to become a Co-Lead of the Space Safety and Sustainability Project Group. The new Co-Lead will work with one other Co-Lead to support the activities of the Project Group, and will report to the Project Group Coordination Team of SGAC.
