Rick Searfoss passes away at age 62

October 9, 2018

I’m so sad to learn of Rick Searfoss’ passing. I worked with him at ZERO-G and have kept in touch over the years. He contributed a lot to the commercialization of space and will be missed.

Richard Alan Searfoss, 1956–2018

Col. Richard Alan Searfoss of Bear Valley Springs, 62, passed away at home on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018.

A full obituary will be in next week’s edition of the Tehachapi News.

Wood Family Funeral Service was entrusted with his care. For condolences please visit www.woodmortuary.net.

http://www.collectspace.com/news/news-100918a-astronaut-rick-searfoss-obituary.html

Space Tourism Market Size, Future Trends, Segmentation, Gross Margin, Opportunity Assessment and Potential of the Industry by 2026
The market intelligence study Space Tourism weighs upon its global standing in the forecast period from 2019 to 2026. The study employs both primary and secondary research techniques to assess, interpret, segment as well as forecast the total revenue generated by the industry across different regions. To determine the […] Click here to view original […]
Read More
Is NewSpace India on the rise while Antrix Corporation wanes?
Is NewSpace India on the rise while Antrix Corporation wanes? Chennai, Nov 19 (IANS) With NewSpace India Ltd bagging the contract for the launch of 13 nano satellites from the US, the question that begs an answer – is it going to be curtains for Antrix Corporation Ltd? On […] Click here to view original […]
Read More
Elon Musk’s reusable rockets may fuel an investment boom in space travel
The SpaceX Falcon Heavy launches from Pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, on February 6, 2018 Credit: JIM WATSON/AFP Imagine you are flying from London to New York. After safely touching down at JFK, you disembark to head for passport control and collect your bags. As […] Click here to view original […]
Read More