CAPE CANAVERAL, FL — Mission Control Acquisition, a new Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) spearheaded by a former NASA executive, has officially filed to raise $100 million through an initial public offering (IPO). The company aims to offer 10 million units at $10 each, with each unit comprising one share of Class A stock and one-half of a warrant.
A Focus on Aerospace and Defense
Based in Cape Canaveral, Florida, Mission Control Acquisition has set its sights on aerospace and defense companies as its primary focus. The move comes at a time when the aerospace and defense sectors are experiencing significant growth and transformation.
Leadership with NASA Experience
The company is led by CEO Kira Blackwell, who has been managing a consulting business focused on helping innovative startups succeed since September 2021. Prior to her current role, Blackwell served as an iTech Program Executive within the Space Technology Mission Directorate at NASA from September 2015 to September 2021.
NYSE Listing on the Horizon
Mission Control Acquisition has expressed its intention to apply for a New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) listing under the symbol MISNU. EarlyBirdCapital and Exos Securities are acting as joint bookrunners on the deal.
