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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
Topics
Collections
On demand
For researchers

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 video about the legacy of the Lockheed U-2 aircraft.
Over 50 Years of Service
October 17, 2016
Curator discusses the legacy of the first telecommunications satellite that would create near-instant communications between the U.S. and Europe.
Near-Instantaneous Communication across the Ocean
October 14, 2016
A museum curator discusses how the Wright Brothers created the first military airplane.
World's First Military Airplane
October 13, 2016
A video from the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta surrounding the science and history of air balloons.
STEM in 30 - A Sky Full of Color: Live from the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
October 06, 2016
A video discussing how the Soviet launch of Sputnik caused the Space Race to begin.
Launching the Space Race
October 04, 2016
A person stands next to a white object, discussing its use to test parachutes that would land the Viking Lander on Mars.
Geek Moment with STEM in 30 at the White Sands Missile Range Museum
October 04, 2016
A video discussing Robert Goddard and over 200 patents he filed for during his lifetime.
Robert Goddard's Quest
September 27, 2016
A video discussing the impacts of Star Trek on modern technology.
Star Trek: Science Fiction to Science Fact - STEM in 30
September 16, 2016
A video discussing the history and science of hot air balloons.
Geek Moment with Balloons and STEM in 30
September 13, 2016
A video discussing the construction of the Mars Rover and the science experiments performed by the Mars Rover.
Mars Rovers with STEM in 30
September 02, 2016
A video SR-71 covering the Blackbird and its importance in reconnaisance.
The SR-71 Blackbird with STEM in 30
September 02, 2016
A museum curator speaks about Thaddeus Lowe's discussion about use of balloons for reconnaissance with Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War.
Thaddeus Lowe’s “Whale of a View”
July 13, 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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