NASA eyes space tourism and private sponsorship in new policy
A draft NASA commercialization plan proposes limited space station tourism with Russian or future commercial transport, corporate branding, and a NASA branded logo. It urges stronger ties with entertainment, a nongovernment manager for the US station, and private sector deals while resisting full shuttle guest seats.
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Airlines told to reinforce cockpit doors within 90 days
Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta ordered U S airlines to strengthen cockpit doors within 90 days, citing post September 11 security needs. Major carriers American United Delta US Airways and others have already begun bolstering doors and a $20 million grant program will fund onboard transponders alert systems and cabin video recorders to improve pilot and passenger safety.
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