The Journal of Space Commerce

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Launch and Reentry Tracking System now Active: FAA

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Tom Patton
Jul 26, 2021
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The FAA has activated a launch and reentry tracking system that follows those activities in near-real through the National Airspace System. This new capability increases safety for all airspace users and assists the FAA in efficiently managing air traffic during space operations.

“With this capability, we will be able to safely reopen the airspace more q…

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