NASA visits Paso Robles to discuss spaceport partnership
Visit included a tour of the municipal airport and an on-site rocket engine test facility
Visit included a tour of the municipal airport and an on-site rocket engine test facility– Officials from the City of Paso Robles met with representatives from NASA Ames Research Center and the NASA Ames Strategic Partnership Office during a recent visit focused on the Paso Robles Spaceport and Technology Corridor initiative, according to the most recent edition of the City of Paso Robles Economic Newsletter.
During the meeting, NASA staff provided an overview of partnership programs and discussed the potential for a future collaboration agreement with city leaders.
The delegation noted Paso Robles’ workforce development efforts, including K–12 Career Technical Education programs and pathways to higher education through Cuesta College and California Polytechnic State University. Officials said the programs support growth in the aerospace sector.
The visit included a tour of the municipal airport and an on-site rocket engine test facility. Micro-propulsion systems are being tested at the facility in support of the Artemis program.
City officials and NASA representatives plan to continue discussions as the city evaluates next steps toward a potential partnership.
