NASA Balloons Over Oregon? Public Weighs In on Space Plans
Published Date: 5/13/2025
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NASA is sharing a draft report about its scientific balloon launches from sites in New Mexico, Texas, and a new proposed site in Oregon. This report looks at how these balloon flights might affect the environment and asks the public to share their thoughts. If you care about space science or local nature, now’s the time to speak up before NASA makes final plans!
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