Preparing for the Next Era of Civilian Space Experiences Despite global challenges in 2020, Waypoint 2 Space continued strategic planning for the future of public-facing space experiences, believing long-term demand for exploration, inspiration, and STEM engagement would remain strong.
Commercial Space Growth Supports Long-Term Mission As private spaceflight companies accelerated innovation, Waypoint 2 Space saw growing validation for its mission of making space experiences available to the public through safe, immersive, and educational programs.
Inspiring STEM Through Experiential Space Programs Waypoint 2 Space strengthened its commitment to STEM education by continuing development of programs designed to inspire students through hands-on learning, teamwork, and astronaut-style challenges.
Evaluating Houston as a Future Strategic Location Waypoint 2 Space continued exploring future expansion opportunities, including Houston, Texas, due to its unmatched connection to human spaceflight history, aerospace talent, and NASA proximity. Houston remains a leading candidate for future operations.
Continued Development of Space Experience Center Concept During 2016, Waypoint 2 Space continued evaluating concepts for a future Space Experience Center that would combine education, entertainment, and hands-on astronaut training. The company believes demand for real-world space experiences will continue…
Waypoint 2 Space Expands Vision for Public Space Training Experiences Waypoint 2 Space continued refining its long-term vision of bringing authentic space training and exploration experiences to the general public. As commercial spaceflight interest increased worldwide, the company remained focused…
WASHINGTON — Waypoint 2 Space — a Houston startup aimed at helping commercial astronauts train for spaceflight — has received U.S. Federal Aviation Administration safety approval for its plan to train would-be astronauts. However, finalizing an agreement with NASA to…
Do you want to fly on a suborbital space plane? What about a rocket launch all they way into orbit? A new commercial spaceflight training company wants to help you develop the right stuff for flying to space. Waypoint 2…
Slowly but surely, the day is approaching when you’ll be able to buy a ticket to travel into space. Several companies, ranging from Virgin Galactic to SpaceX, are hoping to provide that opportunity. (Assuming you can afford a ticket that…
Waypoint 2 Space Earns FAA Safety Approval to Provide Spaceflight Training Programs To Set Highest Industry Standard for Commercial Spaceflight Training HOUSTON – Jan. 28, 2014 – Waypoint 2 Space, a leading provider of spaceflight training for the commercial…