Local Huntsville chosen for U.S. Space Force Command Headquarters “I couldn’t be more pleased to learn that Alabama will be the new home to the United States Space Command!,” Ivey said in a statement. Author: WZDX News Published: 12:01 PM CST January 13, 2021 Updated: 2:41 PM CST January 13, 2021
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The Secretary of the Air Force has chosen Huntsville's Redstone Arsenal to be the preferred location for the U.S. Space Command Headquarters.
The U.S. Air Force made the announcement on Wednesday, January 13.
“I couldn’t be more pleased to learn that Alabama will be the new home to the United States Space Command!,” Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey said in a statement. “Our state has long provided exceptional support for our military and their families as well as a rich and storied history when it comes to space exploration.”
“This combination only enhances the outstanding relationships we have with the 65 diverse federal agencies on Redstone Arsenal, not to mention the growing presence of the FBI and other federal installations. The bottom line is simple, the Redstone Region is the most natural choice to become home to such an important mission for our country,” Ivey continued.
Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth on Wednesday released the following statement regarding the announcement of Huntsville’s selection as the headquarters of U.S. Space Command.
“Alabama-made rockets first launched Americans into space and later carried them safely to the moon. Huntsville’s selection as the headquarters for the U.S. Space Command further solidifies Alabama as the national leader in aerospace research and development. We welcome Space Command to Huntsville with open arms and a good dose of southern hospitality.”