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nathan.moeller
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« on: 01/04/2012 10:41 PM » |
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Someone suggested that we get this thread started so here we go. With roughly three and a half months to go until Discovery departs KSC for the final time, it's worth getting a discussion going. Here's what we know (copied from the processing thread) - We at Max-Q currently plan to have people in place in both Florida and D.C. for coverage of the departure and fly-in. A dinner would be great! We're still figuring out our schedules and waiting for Udvar-Hazy to set a hard date for Discovery's flight and arrival. I've spoken with PAO at Dulles and they have a tentative timeline in place for the events, although they haven't placed it on any dates. Currently, they plan to fly Discovery up to Udvar-Hazy sometime in April. It will take two days for them to de-mate her and get things ready for whatever events they're planning (currently unknown to us). Within a week or so, Enterprise will fly out of Dulles for NYC. Commemorative emblem - http://maxqent.com/main.php?q=design-dct.html
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« on: 01/04/2012 10:41 PM » |
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jsmjr
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« Reply #1 on: 01/05/2012 10:23 PM » |
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This "someone" approves of this thread.  Looking forward to seeing Discovery again (last time was on Feb. 24, 2011) and the NSF gang as well.
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gordo
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« Reply #2 on: 01/05/2012 11:28 PM » |
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You guys should speak to the smithsonian and see if they are planning with their broadcast partners to make anything special, same goes for Intrepid, who did a 1 hr documentary on Concorde moving from JFK to NYC that was broadcast on the history channel
You might get a commission to actually make the programme for them, which means $$$ and great access.
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nathan.moeller
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« Reply #3 on: 01/08/2012 11:30 PM » |
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Got our patches for this trip in the mail yesterday 
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smith5se
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« Reply #4 on: 01/22/2012 03:53 PM » |
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Well I'll be there to join you all, just a quick metro ride over from work now :-)
Here's to hoping everything with the transfers goes smoothly, after all April in the NE region... iffy weather wise.
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NavySpaceFan
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« Reply #6 on: 01/24/2012 03:46 PM » |
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My intention is to conduct a book signing of Voyages of DISCOVERY at Udvar-Hazy on the 19th in conjunction with the arrival ceremony if details can be worked out. Hope to see y'all there!
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Alpha Control
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« Reply #7 on: 01/26/2012 11:12 PM » |
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This thread is a great idea! As I am in downtown DC, I'll plan to come out to Udvar-Hazy to see her. Would be great to chat with you all.
I've got a friend who works for NASM. I'll see if she can provide some info that might be of interest.
David
P.S. to Nathan - those patches are awesome!
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scotty125
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« Reply #8 on: 02/02/2012 02:58 AM » |
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I'm really looking forward to seeing the fly-in on the 17th...I've just confirmed my arrangements...woohoo! Looks like I'll be there from the 16th thru the 21st, just in case of weather delays during the ferry flight. I hope there will be an NSF gathering at some point...I had a chance to meet a few of you at the STS-133 November 2010 scrub. Jim was in great form, and 51D Mascot provided some invaluable insights...I can't wait to see who shows up this time!
I'm curious about places to stake out for the ferry flight arrival on the 17th. Most airports have some kind of parking near the end of the runways, observation decks, etc...can you guys with local knowledge help out here? I guess I'm looking for the DC equivalent of Playalinda Beach...
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jsmjr
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« Reply #9 on: 02/02/2012 04:06 PM » |
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I'm curious about places to stake out for the ferry flight arrival on the 17th. Most airports have some kind of parking near the end of the runways, observation decks, etc...can you guys with local knowledge help out here? I guess I'm looking for the DC equivalent of Playalinda Beach...
The NASM Udvar-Hazy Center has an observation tower, although it is enclosed. See http://www.nasm.si.edu/visit/concessions/tower.cfm I would check with the local planespotting group. Their website sponsors a guide, and I wouldn't be surprised if they are planning a special event: http://www.washbaltspotters.net/spotting.shtml
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scotty125
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« Reply #10 on: 02/03/2012 07:54 PM » |
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[The NASM Udvar-Hazy Center has an observation tower, although it is enclosed. See http://www.nasm.si.edu/visit/concessions/tower.cfm
I would check with the local planespotting group. Their website sponsors a guide, and I wouldn't be surprised if they are planning a special event: http://www.washbaltspotters.net/spotting.shtml
Thanks for the heads up...the planespotting group has some pretty cool info on their site regarding suggested lenses for photo's and the like. I'll drop them an e-mail and see what they have planned...
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jsmjr
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« Reply #11 on: 02/05/2012 03:14 PM » |
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"@airandspace: Join us this April to launch Space Shuttle #Discovery on its new mission to educate & inspire!: http://discovery.si.edu #OV103" Kind of cool that the Smithsonian has created a web sub-domain specifically for our girl. Welcome, Discovery!
Discovery is expected to land at Washington Dulles International Airport on April 17 and transfer to the Udvar-Hazy Center on April 19. Join us to launch Space Shuttle Discovery on its new mission to educate & inspire!
Activities related to the arrival of Discovery — including a fly-over — have not been finalized at this time. Information on arrival activities, including public events and opportunities, will be released at a later date.
Discovery, the champion of the space shuttle fleet, associated with major historic, scientific and technological achievements, will be the first of the flown space shuttles to go on display.
Exact details will become available in the next few weeks. Check back here for updates. You can also subscribe to the Museum's e-newsletter, What's Up, fan our Facebook page, or follow @airandspace on Twitter for the latest news.
Please note that arrival activities are weather contingent and will be rescheduled in the event of inclement conditions.
For those participating from a distance, many of the activities will be available for viewing on TV or the web. Details coming soon.
Find out more about Space Shuttle Discovery
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Lee Jay
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« Reply #12 on: 02/05/2012 03:22 PM » |
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I'm curious about places to stake out for the ferry flight arrival on the 17th. Most airports have some kind of parking near the end of the runways, observation decks, etc...can you guys with local knowledge help out here? I guess I'm looking for the DC equivalent of Playalinda Beach...
The NASM Udvar-Hazy Center has an observation tower, although it is enclosed. See http://www.nasm.si.edu/visit/concessions/tower.cfm
I would check with the local planespotting group. Their website sponsors a guide, and I wouldn't be surprised if they are planning a special event: http://www.washbaltspotters.net/spotting.shtml
Following are what it looks like from there. Full-frame fisheye, 45mm and 200mm:
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ImperfectSense
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« Reply #14 on: 02/13/2012 07:06 AM » |
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I'm trying to book a trip out there to see Discovery fly in to NASM, I've been waiting probably almost 15 years for this. However, this coincides with the 70th (and probably the last) Doolittle Raider reunion in Dayton, OH. I happen to volunteer with one of the 25 B-25s that will be attending so of course I want to be there for as much of the event as possible. Does anyone have any idea roughly what time of day Discovery is expected to arrive at Dulles? I would imagine sometime between noon and 3 or 4pm, or do you think they will wait for some of the nice light around sunset time say 7pm?
-Liz
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