Trump Announces Creation of US Space Academy to Train Future Leaders
On Friday, President Donald Trump announced the establishment of the US Space Academy during an event at the Johnson Space Centre in Houston. The academy aims to educate and train future service members and engineers for careers in the military and civilian space sectors. An executive order was signed to form a Presidential Commission, chaired by NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, to oversee the academy's development. The institution will focus on technical education and leadership, with free tuition in exchange for a service commitment. The academy will support the US Space Force, NASA, and the civilian spaceflight industry. The exact location of the academy has not been determined, and funding will require Congressional approval. This initiative follows the establishment of the United States Space Force in 2019.
Published 16 hours ago • 29 Aug 2026, 08:04 AM IST