Space Foundation News
Ruppersberger Supports Return to the Moon
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 13, 2011) — Despite 50 years of strength and our current position of technological leadership in space, Congressman C.A. “Dutch” Rupperserger (D-MD) said our space program is slipping. Speaking Tuesday at The 27th National Space Symposium, Ruppersberger said that, between policy and budgetary uncertainty, the future is unclear. He said we…
Air Force Space Commander Poses Questions, Looks at Space Defense Issues
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 13, 2011) — Air Force Space Commander Gen. William Shelton, speaking today at the 27th National Space Symposium in Colorado Springs discussed three factors that currently dominate defense thinking about space: First, reliance on space, especially in the defense arena, which he said had never been higher, citing GPS, weather, secure…
Opening Ceremony Launches Symposium
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 12, 2011) — The 27th National Space Symposium kicked off last night with a spectacular opening ceremony featuring inspiring entertainment and awards. The event, co-sponsored by Northrop Grumman, included performances by 10-year-old pianist Ethan Bortnick, remarks by Space Foundation Chief Executive Officer Elliot Pulham and Northrop Grumman Corporate Host Gary W.…
Pace Asks "Are We Beyond Ready to be Ready?"
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 12, 2011) — Speaking today at the Space Foundation’s Cyber 1.1 event, Gen. Peter Pace, USMC (Retired), asked the question: “Are We Beyond Ready to be Ready?” According to Pace, in comparison with the U.S. predominance in kinetic forms of warfare, the U.S. possesses no particularly strong edge compared to other…
Colorado Springs City Council Resolution Recognizes Northrop Grumman For Its Contributions to National Security and the Community
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (April 12, 2011) — The Colorado Springs City Council today adopted a resolution recognizing Northrop Grumman Corporation’s (NYSE:NOC) continuing contributions to national security and to the Colorado economy as a provider of leading-edge technology to military services operating here. “Northrop Grumman has been a trusted supplier of military space systems, missile defense…
Basla Discusses Cyber
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 11, 2011) — Air Force Space Command’s second-in-command said the Air Force is working to build cyberspace from an organizational, equipment and training perspective to provide access to and use of the cyberspace domain to the joint warfighter. Speaking at the Space Foundation’s Cyber 1.1 event today in Colorado Springs, Lt.…
27th National Space Symposium Hosts Local Students and Teachers from Across the Country
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 11, 2011) — This week the Space Foundation is hosting nearly 1,800 local students and 95 teachers from 18 states at a number of education activities at the 27th National Space Symposium at The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs, Colo. The programs include educator professional development, national recognition of an outstanding…
Communications Crosslink between Northrop Grumman-Built STSS Satellites Extends Real-Time ‘Stereo Tracking’ of Space Objects
REDONDO BEACH, Calif. (April 11, 2011) — The communications crosslink between the twin Space Tracking and Surveillance System (STSS) Demonstration satellites, built by Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) and Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN), has shown its effectiveness in transmitting high-precision, real-time missile tracking data to the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS). The radio frequency (RF)…
Cressey: Cybercrime, Cyberespionage, Cyberwarfare
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 11, 2011) — Roger Cressey, senior vice president, Booz Allen Hamilton, speaking today at the Space Foundation’s Cyber 1.1 event in Colorado Springs, said that, formerly, threat analysis focused more on capabilities than intent. In the post-9/11 environment, however, he said that the roles are reversed. “We know a great deal…
It All Starts Tomorrow
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 10, 2011) — The 27th National Space Symposium and the companion Cyber 1.1 event start tomorrow, Monday, April 11, at The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs, Colo. This year’s events include almost 100 speakers, inspiring awards, the Boeing Exhibit Center’s new Lower Level and outdoor Showroom, programs for New Generation young…