Alaska Aerospace & University of Alaska Fairbanks Sign an MOU to Advance Aerospace in Alaska

July 31, 2025

We are proud to announce that Alaska Aerospace Corporation and the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore collaborative development for advancing aerospace in Alaska! This strategic partnership strengthens Alaska’s role in the global aerospace landscape by aligning public and private capabilities to support launch operations, research, and workforce development right here in our state. […]

Alaska Aerospace Releases 2024 Annual Report

July 31, 2025

We are pleased to announce the release of the AAC 2024 Annual Report, highlighting another year of growth, innovation, and achievement. This year’s report provides a comprehensive look at our operations, strategic initiatives, and advancements at the Pacific Spaceport Complex–Alaska (PSCA). It showcases our commitment to supporting the evolving space industry, strengthening partnerships, and driving economic impact in Alaska and beyond. 📄 […]

Alaska Aerospace Participates in Inaugural International Spaceport Meeting

July 31, 2025

Alaska Aerospace is proud to be part of the global conversation on the future of spaceports! The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently hosted the first-ever International Spaceport Meeting in Milan, Italy, bringing together key industry leaders to discuss the evolving landscape of commercial spaceflight. This milestone event underscored the increasing collaboration between global spaceport operators, government agencies, and industry experts. With the […]

Alaska Aerospace Featured on the Today Show!

July 31, 2025

We’re excited to share some incredible news—Alaska Aerospace and the Pacific Spaceport Complex–Alaska (PSCA) were recently featured on the Today Show! The segment highlights PSCA’s unique advantages as a nimble and adaptable commercial spaceport amid the rapid expansion of the space industry. With an appearance by our CEO, John Oberst, the feature showcases how PSCA is positioned to support the growing demand […]

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Alaska Aerospace Appoints Vpgm Kodiak Launch Complex

Alaska Aerospace Appoints VP/GM Kodiak Launch Complex January 21, 2010  KODIAK, AK—Alaska Aerospace CEO Dale Nash announced the promotion of John Zbitnoff to the position of Vice President and General Manager Kodiak Launch Complex (KLC). Concurrent with this promotion Todd Leitheiser is named to the position of Deputy General Manager Kodiak Launch Complex. John has been involved with the Kodiak Launch Complex (KLC) […]
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Alaska Aerospace Development Corporation Becomes “alaska Aerospace Corporation”

On October 20, 2009, Alaska Senate Bill 125, sponsored by Senator Joe Paskvan and signed by the Governor into law, changed the corporation’s name to that of the Alaska Aerospace Corporation to recognize the corporation’s growth and successful operation. There are no changes to ownership or corporate governance. Alaska Aerospace Development Corporation (AADC) was established by the Alaska State Legislature in 1991 […]
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Alaska Aerospace Board Directors Appointment

ANCHORAGE, AK—Governor Sean Parnell today announced the appointment of Dr. Ronald Sega to the Alaska Aerospace Corporation board of directors. This 11-member board manages the corporation, which owns and operates the Kodiak Launch Complex located on Kodiak Island. The corporation also provides support for new and continuing national launch priorities involving the complex, and works with private corporations, universities and government agencies […]
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Matthew Van Atta – Alaska Aerospace Scholarship Recipient Graduates

Fairbanks, AK—Alaska Aerospace Corporation would like to Congratulate Matthew Van Atta, an Alaska Aerospace Corporation Scholarship Recipient who graduated in May 2009 from the University of Alaska Fairbanks with Honors as a Mechanical Engineering.
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Alaska Aerospace Development Corporation Economic Impact

Juneau, AK—The Alaska Aerospace Development Corporation contributed about $28.7 million to the state last year, according to an independent organization that calculated the corporation’s economic impact. The corporation maintains and operates the Kodiak Launch Complex, which is designed to augment the nation’s ability to place satellites into orbit and support missile defense testing. So it is not surprising that the corporation’s greatest […]
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Ground Broken Rocket Motor Storage Facility

KODIAK, AK—Plans to expand the Kodiak Launch Complex (KLC) by adding an additional launch pad and rocket motor storage facility will augment the nation’s ability to place satellites into orbit quickly, while at the same time generating hundreds of jobs and pumping millions of dollars into Alaskan communities. Designs for the new $42 million facilities are being finalized. They can be completed […]
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Rocket Motor Storage Facility Contract Award

Anchorage, AK—Local contractor, Brechan Enterprises Inc., has just been awarded a $3.5 million contract by Alaska Aerospace Development Corporation. This contract is Phase 1 of the Rocket Motor Storage Facility (RMSF) construction and includes all excavation, backfill and grading of the access road from Pasagshak Road to the RMSF area. The work also includes installation of the water utilities, power, communication lines […]
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Alaska Aerospace Development Corporation Board Directors Appointment

Juneau, AK—Governor Sarah Palin has appointed Dr. David (Dave) Weldon, Jr., former United States Representative from Florida’s 15th District, to the Alaska Aerospace Development Corporation Board of Directors. The eleven-member board is charged with developing aerospace-related economic and technical opportunities in the state of Alaska. The board works with private corporations, government agencies, and universities to: » Develop and sustain a comprehensive […]

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