NASA's abrupt scrapping of OSAM-1 raises questions about the private sector's readiness to handle the satellite refueling initiatives.
The decision comes amidst blistering criticism of the program’s prime contractor, with the agency’s watchdog labeling their performance “poor.”on its visionary $2 billion satellite refueling project aka OSAM-1. The decision comes amidst blistering criticism of the program’s prime contractor, Maxar, with the agency’s watchdog labeling their performance “poor.”, the now-canceled OSAM-1 represented a bold ambition to extend the life of aging satellites through in-orbit servicing and refueling.
Maxar Space Systems, the project’s lead contractor, faces a hard rebuke from NASA. “We are disappointed,” their spokesperson admits, attempting a diplomatic tone, even as NASA lays the blame squarely at their feet.
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