According to Aviation Week, agency Administrator Jared Isaacman stated that evaluating whether the agency should buy commercial space services or operate systems independently requires focusing entirely on how best to achieve the desired outcome, saying “NASA, the taxpayers and the interested public should care about whatever…”. This commercial strategy debate unfolds as Boeing and NASA continue working to certify the CST-100 Starliner for crew transport to low Earth orbit following 12 years of development, reported Aviation Week.
NASA Considers Revamping Commercial Space Station Strategy
According to SpaceNews, NASA, concerned about slow development of commercial markets, is considering revamping its strategy for supporting the creation of commercial space stations to succeed the International Space Station. Reported in SpaceNews, the agency harbors concerns regarding the slow development pace of commercial markets in low Earth orbit.
Evaluating the Starliner Certification Timeline
According to Aviation Week reporting by Irene Klotz, the Boeing CST-100 Starliner remains uncertified after 12 years of development.
Did you know? Jared Isaacman emphasized that the primary question for NASA’s commercial partnerships is simply determining which operational route best achieves the desired outcome, as reported by Aviation Week.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NASA’s current stance on commercial space services?
According to agency Administrator Jared Isaacman, cited by Aviation Week, when it comes to deciding if NASA should buy services from commercial suppliers or operate space systems on its own, the question to ask is how best to achieve the desired outcome.
Why is NASA reviewing its commercial space station strategy?
According to SpaceNews, NASA is evaluating a revamp of its commercial space station strategy because of concerns about slow development of commercial markets.
How long has the Boeing Starliner been in development?
According to Aviation Week reporting, after 12 years of development, Boeing and NASA are still working to certify the CST-100 Starliner for crew transport to low Earth orbit.
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