Jan 7, 2025The Space Shuttle Endeavour has its journey traced from the program’s very origins to the now iconic display open to the public at The California Science Center. Nathan highlights the significant achievements of local astronauts, test pilots, engineers, and blue-collar workers, showcasing how Southern California became a vital stepping stone in humanity's journey into the cosmos. Featured interviews include astronaut John Daniel “Danny” Olivas, Test Pilot School Deputy Commander Lt. Col. Maryann Karlen , curator Kenneth E. Phillips, and President of the Columbia Memorial Space Center Benjamin Dickow. 00:00-00:38 - Intro 00:38-04:24 - Endeavor at the California Science Center 04:24-08:00 - First Space Shuttle Model 08:00-11:47 - Downey Engineers11:47-15:23 - Edwards Air Force Base15:23- 19:14- Test Pilot School 19:14-25:43- Astronaut Danny Olivas 25:43- 26:40- Conclusions Watch more episodes of season 7 next Tuesday at 7:30pm. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3NNzJ4T
📸Check out this incredible test shot our Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center crew took a few years ago for an idea of the Shuttle Gallery floor view. 😲
Feb 3, 2025The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center will dramatically expand the footprint and impact of the California Science Center, adding 200,000 square feet of space for exhibits, events and educational programs. It will include three multi-level galleries – Air, Space and Shuttle – spanning four floors and covering 100,000 square feet of exhibit space.
Mar 1, 2025The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center will dramatically expand the footprint and impact of the California Science Center, adding 200,000 square feet of space for exhibits, events and educational programs. It will include three multi-level galleries – Air, Space and Shuttle – spanning four floors and covering 100,000 square feet of exhibit space.
Apr 21, 2025The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center will dramatically expand the footprint and impact of the California Science Center, adding 200,000 square feet of space for exhibits, events and educational programs. It will include three multi-level galleries – Air, Space and Shuttle – spanning four floors and covering 100,000 square feet of exhibit space.
All about lifting the shuttle into place https://www.liebherr.com/en-ca/mobile-and-crawler-cranes/customer-magazine/all-about-cranes/lift-off-in-los-angeles-7740393
I saw something on Twitter with a photo of more of the building wrapped. Will have to look for that photo.
The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center is starting to shine bright like a diamond with a sleek stainless-steel skin. ✨ This process involves using a large number of panels and strips, carefully crafted and placed to create a protective skin.
