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Lightning Risk Is Not Random: Why the Space Economy Needs Smarter Protection Now
As the global space economy expands, so do the vulnerabilities of its most critical infrastructure. Lightning is not only the most frequent natural threat to launch operations—it’s also one of the most underestimated. A single lightning strike can delay launches, damage spacecraft, or compromise high-value payloads, costing millions. Yet many commercial spaceports rely on general-purpose lightning protection standards or unproven “lightning elimination” technologies, leaving missions exposed to unnecessary risk.
This session, led by experts who’ve designed lightning protection systems for NASA and investigated failures across commercial sites, will unpack what works, what doesn’t, and where current regulations fall short. Through real-world case studies and visually intuitive engineering examples, we’ll explore how proven protection strategies—like those validated at Kennedy Space Center—can be adapted to any spaceport environment. Attendees will leave with actionable insights to improve safety, prevent costly delays, and protect critical investments.
If you’re building, launching, insuring, or funding the future of space, lightning protection isn’t just a compliance checkbox—it’s a mission-critical system that must be engineered right.
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