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    • Discover the wonders of aviation and space anytime, anywhere, with our on-demand videos and programs. On-demand content for learners includes our regular STEM in 30 (for middle school viewers), Live Chats, and Story Time programs (for early childhood audiences), plus tons of educational videos. Learners of all ages will enjoy our AirSpace podcast series and recordings of past lectures and programs. 

    You can also reserve virtual experiences for your school group or check our calendar for upcoming events that will be presented online.
    Stories
  • Stories
  • All stories
  • Deep dives
    • Topics
  • Topics
  • Aviation
  • Spaceflight
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  • Records and Firsts
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  • Smithsonian Planetary Image Facility
  • Research projects
  • Staff profiles

    • Discover the wonders of aviation and space anytime, anywhere, with our on-demand videos and programs. On-demand content for learners includes our regular STEM in 30 (for middle school viewers), Live Chats, and Story Time programs (for early childhood audiences), plus tons of educational videos. Learners of all ages will enjoy our AirSpace podcast series and recordings of past lectures and programs. 

    You can also reserve virtual experiences for your school group or check our calendar for upcoming events that will be presented online.

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    A lesson discussing how astronauts cope with long times spent during missions in space.
    The Psychology of Long-Term Space Flight: Music, Art, and Creature Comforts - STEM in 30
    November 02, 2017
    A lesson about the science and mathematics of landing aircraft on a landing barrier.
    Landing a Really Fast Plane on a Really Big Boat - STEM in 30
    October 20, 2017
    A video discussing the famous Moonman photo of Buzz Aldrin.
    Did You Know One of the Most Famous Images Ever Taken Was Spontaneous? - STEM in 30
    October 10, 2017
    An educational lesson describing the reasons for going to the Moon, as well as discussing the accomplishments and future of Moon exploration.
    We Choose to Go to the Moon - STEM in 30 - October 2017
    October 04, 2017
    A children's lecture about patents and their importance in inventing.
    Building a Better Mousetrap and Inventing the Airplane: All About Patents - STEM IN 30
    September 25, 2017
    A video discussing the 2017 Solar Eclipse from multiple locations.
    Solar Eclipse Special: Live From the Path of Totality
    September 01, 2017
    A discussion of the historical feats of engineering and art, as well as the legacy left by World War I.
    World War I: Legacy, Letters, and Belgian War Lace - STEM in 30
    April 27, 2017
    A person speaks above a poppy demonstration representing World War I at the World War I Museum.
    Geek Moment: Exploring How WWI Changed the World
    April 18, 2017
    A children's lecture explaining the technology behind rockets and race cars.
    Taking the Fast Lane to Orbit: The Technology of Rockets and Race Cars - STEM in 30
    February 28, 2017
    A video discussing the research of changes to life as a result of long-term spaceflight.
    The Biology of Long-Term Spaceflight
    January 30, 2017
    A video explaining the basics of flight and how the Wright Flyer became a historic feat.
    The Wright Stuff: Flying the Wright Flyer
    December 19, 2016
    Marty Kelsey stands in front of the Wright Flyer with a small child playing with a toy.
    Geek Moment: Wright Brothers
    November 18, 2016
    Podcast AirSpace

    Discover unexpected stories from the National Air and Space Museum. The AirSpace podcast is a place for you to discover news, entertainment, and inspiration in the sky. In other words, aspirational stories about defying gravity—whether you’re an avid aviation geek, space cadet, or just somebody who loves great content about smart topics that’s a little different from what you normally expect to see.

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