Institute for Space Tourism (IST)
About Us:
Nestled on the iconic Space Coast of Florida, IST stands at the forefront of space tourism. We have witnessed the pioneering way humans explore and experience the cosmos.
IST is dedicated to making space travel not just a dream for the elite, but a reality for explorers, researchers, and adventurers from around the globe. Our mission is to democratize access to space, and with the advent of SpaceX's Starship and Blue Origin’s New Glenn, we are on the brink of a new era in space travel.
Proceeds from IST merchandise will fuel the creation of
Peer-Reviewed Academic Journal: to cover all topics relevant to station life and identify promising technologies
Technology Prototyping: to increase the readiness level and bring products to market
The Reusability Revolution:
Reusability represents a monumental leap in space technology. It's not just another rocket!
Here's how Starship and New Glenn are revolutionizing access to low Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond:
Lower Cost enabled by Rapid Reusability = Quicker flights for less cost (Could be under $10 million per flight by 2030)
Higher Capacity enabled by larger payloads = Larger stations and more people per flight (>100 people projected by 2030)
Sustainability enabled by methane-fueled engines = More environmentally friendly fuel than the dirty solid propellants of Boosters
SpaceX: Starship
Blue Origin: New Glenn
IST Co-Founder:
Tricia
Born and raised on the Space Coast, Tricia is an inquisitive Space Girl. Tricia has explored the stars as a National Park “Dark Ranger” and ventured as an Analog Astronaut.
Now embarking as a Space Tourism researcher, Tricia’s passion for space knows no bounds. Combined with a background in hospitality, she is on a mission to help bring Space Tourism to the world and soon to orbit.
IST Co-Founder:
Ein (Ian)
Ein’s passion for space travel led him to a lengthy career in the Aerospace Industry.
With formal education in Industrial Engineering and Management Systems, Ein has guided the creation of various systems to include launch systems to entirely new aircraft.
Ein is working to gather and mature ideas for enabling the future of orbital Space Tourism.