Space Foundation News & Media
Hail Columbia, the journey continues
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 30, 2004) — The crushing phone call came one year ago. Space Shuttle Columbia had been lost. Did I have any comment for the press? It was one of those moments, whether epic triumph or epic tragedy, that burns in your mind forever. Where were you when JFK was shot? When…
Leading Space Organizations Announce Creation of the National Space & Satellite Alliance
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 30, 2004) — Four leading space organizations – the National Space Society (NSS), Satellite Industry Association (SIA), Space Foundation, and Washington Space Business Roundtable (WSBR) – today announced the creation of the National Space and Satellite Alliance (NSSA). NSSA members will coordinate their Washington operations, programs, and activities to provide more…
Nation’s top military officer will participate at Space at the Crossroads Conference
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 26, 2004) — The Space Foundation announced today that Gen Richard Myers, USAF, Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff, will be the closing featured speaker at Space at the Crossroads on Feb. 18, 2004, at the U.S. Navy Memorial Foundation and Naval Heritage Center in Washington. Space at the Crossroads is a…
Ariane 4 launch team to be honored at 20th National Space Symposium
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 22, 2004) — The Space Foundation announced today the winner of its 2004 Space Achievement Award: the Arianespace-CNES Ariane 4 launch team. The award will be presented during the Opening Ceremony of the 20th National Space Symposium on March 29, 2004. Mr. Jean-Marie Luton, Arianespace Chairman; Mr. Jean-Yves Le Gall, Arianespace…
Dr. Neil De Grasse Tyson delivers talk on allures and challenges of Space
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 20, 2004) — MEDIA ADVISORY WHO? Reporters, Editors and Photojournalists WHEN? Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2004, at 6:00 p.m. WHERE? Fine Arts Center, 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs, WHAT? Dr. Neil De Grasse Tyson delivers talk on allures and challenges of Space The Greater Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce and the…
Space Foundation Hails New U.S. Space Policy
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 14, 2004) — Statement of Elliot G. Pulham President & Chief Executive Officer The Space Foundation That was one small speech for a President, but one Giant Leap for America’s space program! I have just had the honor of being with the President of the United States for the unveiling of…
Space Foundation comments on new Bush space policy – Space Foundation Chairman (elect) now available for comment.
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 14, 2004) — MEDIA ADVISORY – UPDATE WHEN? TODAY – Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2004, at approximately 3:00 p.m. EST WHERE? NASA Headquarters, Washington, D.C. WHAT? Space Foundation comments on new Bush space policy – Space Foundation Chairman (elect) now available for comment. Today, President Bush will unveil the new national space…
Just three days to take advantage of early registration at the 20th National Space Symposium
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 12, 2004) — Conference attendees of the 20th National Space Symposium can save up to $325 by registering by Jan. 16. The National Space Symposium, hosted by the Space Foundation, takes place March 29 – April 1, 2004, at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. More than 5,000 registrants, guests, speakers, exhibitors,…
Space Shuttle Return to Flight under the microscope at Space at the Crossroads conference
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 6, 2004) — Top officials guiding NASA’s Space Shuttle `return to flight` effort will provide detailed briefings and answer questions from participants at Space at the Crossroads, Feb. 18, 2004, in Washington, D.C. Representatives of NASA, the Columbia Accident Investigation Board, and the Stafford-Covey Task Force will appear together in a…
Space Foundation opens Washington office
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 6, 2004) — The Space Foundation announced today the establishment of a Washington, D.C. office to better serve its mission and customers. The office, located at 1620 I Street-NW, opened Jan. 5th. “This office creates a highly responsive, present, customer-focused interface with key Space Foundation customers within the Administration, the Congress,…