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Aerospace Security Project

Leading source of analysis and expertise on the policy and technology issues shaping the future of aerospace security

The Aerospace Security Project (ASP) is a trusted resource for policymakers, offering insightful thoughts and in-depth analyses on policy issues, operational concepts, technology trends, and economic drivers in the space and air domains. Our mission is to educate and inform policymakers and the public, conduct independent research and analysis, and convene experts with broad perspectives to advance creative and practical solutions that address the security challenges facing the United States and our allies and partners. ASP also fosters the next generation of scholars in national security space and air power policy through fellowship and internship opportunities.

Part of the Defense and Security Department at CSIS, ASP is led by Senior Fellow Kari A. Bingen and includes a distinguished group of expert affiliates spanning national security, civilian, commercial, and international aerospace issues.

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Why Go Back to the Moon?

As the United States prepares to return humans to the Moon, the case rests on three strategic drivers: its role as a gateway to deep space, its valuable natural resources, and the growing risk of ceding leadership in space to China.

Commentary by Clayton Swope — March 31, 2026

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Cracking the Code on the Lunar Economy

To build a sustainable lunar economy, the United States must move beyond government-led models and adopt a commercially driven approach, treating the Moon as a real estate project anchored by public-private partnerships and an international Lunar Development Authority.

Commentary by Charles Miller — March 31, 2026

Why Go Back to the Moon?

As the United States prepares to return humans to the Moon, the case rests on three strategic drivers: its role as a gateway to deep space, its valuable natural resources, and the growing risk of ceding leadership in space to China.

Commentary by Clayton Swope — March 31, 2026

Golden Insights: High-Quality Products Derived from Commercial Earth Observations

Golden Insights can provide information advantage from commercial remote sensing; but how does anyone know which products will best meet their needs? This report educates both producers and consumers to improve market transparency and the value of geospatial analytics.

Report by David Gauthier — March 25, 2026