What Happened
New Mexico Facility Supports Diverse Aerospace Operations
Spaceport America, a state-owned facility in southern New Mexico, is expanding its reach beyond human spaceflight to support a broader range of aerospace operations, including flight testing, rocket engine testing, and commercial film projects. The facility has a significant economic impact on the state, supporting 790 jobs and generating nearly $239.8 million in output. A new $16 million Spaceport Technology and Reception Center is under development, expected to come online in summer 2027. According to the Las Cruces Bulletin, Spaceport America is working towards obtaining a Federal Aviation Administration re-entry license, which could allow guided vehicles or capsules returning from orbit to re-enter in New Mexico.