Orbital ATK launches its Antares rocket from the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport co-located with NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia. Credit: NASA/Bill Ingalls

FAA reauthorization bill boosts commercial space office

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A reauthorization bill for the FAA passed by the House April 27 includes several provisions intended to support its commercial spaceflight activities, including a major increase in authorized spending levels.

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British government to offer funding for spaceports and launchers

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A new national industrial strategy unveiled by the British government Nov. 27 includes 50 million pounds ($67 million) to support development of new launch sites and launch vehicles.

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The logo of Spaceport Camden, an effort to bring a private spaceport to Camden County, which is along the Georgia coast. Credit: Spaceport Camden

Georgia passes bill supporting development of a commercial spaceport in the state

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The Georgia House passed the bill Wednesday on a 151–6 vote, after the state senate previously approved the bill.

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An aerial view Pad 0A taken by the Wallops Incident Response Team Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014 -- the day after the failed launch attempt of Orbital ATK's Antares rocket from Wallops Island, Virginia. Photo Credit: NASA/Terry Zaperach

Report finds commercial spaceports confused about insurance requirements

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A new report recommends that the FAA do more to assist commercial spaceports in determining their insurance requirements, but stops short of calling for regulatory changes regarding coverage for non-federal facilities.

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