When Maine-based bluShift Aerospace launched the first commercial bio-fuel rocket last year, it heralded growth in the aerospace industry in Maine. Now bluShift has changed plans for the next launch from Maine due to objections from residents. We’ll discuss the future of aerospace in Maine, with some concerned about rocket impacts on Maine's environment, and others seeking to foster more aerospace education and related businesses.
Panelists:
Sascha Deri, CEO, bluShift Aerospace
Terry Shehata, director, NASA Maine Space Grant Consortium & NASA EPSCoR Program
VIP Callers:
Sen. Mattie Daughtry, Maine State Senator (D-Cumberland); proposing a Maine Space Corporation
Carrie Peabody, chair, Aerospace Committee, Town of Jonesport
Hillary Lister, consultant, Maine Matters; with coalition opposing public funding for rocket launch facilities
