06. Are there plans for other spaceports? *(Eric Anderson) (A K2S Question)
From The Space Library
According to Space Adventures President and CEO Eric Anderson, Space Adventures, Ltd. has plans to develop commercial spaceports in Ras Al-Khaimah (in the United Arab Emirates) and in Singapore. The proposed spaceport in Singapore will offer suborbital spaceflights, as well as operate astronaut training facilities and a public education and interactive visitor center. The focal point of the proposed Spaceport Singapore will be suborbital spaceflights. As each suborbital vehicle reaches its maximum altitude of 100 kilometers, passengers will experience up to five minutes of continuous weightlessness, all the while gazing at the blackness of space set against the horizon of Earth. Spaceport Singapore, in addition to providing suborbital spaceflights, will offer a wide range of space and high-altitude experiences for those who wish to experience various aspects of astronaut training. These include parabolic flights that will allow passengers to experience the thrill of weightlessness, G-force training in a centrifuge, and simulated space walks in a neutral buoyancy tank. Visitors can fly in a variety of jet aircraft, enjoy the exhilarating flight simulators and interactive exhibit experiences, or simply learn about the history and technology of space travel. This world-class center will provide a mix of commercial, educational and tourist attractions, giving everyone a reason to visit. The consortium supporting Spaceport Singapore is a combination of commercial, research, entertainment and tourist interests. For more information, including an architectural rendering of the spaceport facility, please visit www.spaceportsingapore.com
Answer provided by Derek Webber & Rick Homans & Eric Anderson
Question and Answer extracted from the book Kids to Space - by Lonnie Schorer
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