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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 discussing the evolution of spacesuits.
Appropriate Attire for Space
June 09, 2016
A lecture discussing the extreme places where life forms on Earth and how that may affect the search for life on Mars.
Going to Extremes: Putting the Squeeze on Life
June 01, 2016
A video explaining the science and use of helicopters
Copters, Choppers and the Phrog: The Science of Vertical Flight
May 16, 2016
A lecture discussing the Europa Mission and its purpose of determining if Europa, a moon orbiting Jupiter, has life on it.
NASA's Mission to Europa: Exploring a Potentially Habitable World
May 12, 2016
A lesson about the science behind kites and their importance to aviation history.
Kites - STEM in 30
May 02, 2016
An interview with a NASA Engineer on the steps they took to become a NASA engineer.
My Path to becoming a NASA Engineer
April 11, 2016
A tour of the exterior of the SR-71 Blackbird.
A Look at the SR-71
March 21, 2016
A video discussing the Viking Lander, one of the first spacecraft to land on Mars.
STEAM Second with the Viking Lander and STEM in 30
March 15, 2016
A video discussing new evidence of recent geological activity on the Moon with a special reconnaissance camera purposed for the Moon.
Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Camera
March 10, 2016
A video with a National Air and Space Museum geologist discussing NASA's current and future rover missions on Mars.
Mission to Mars
January 20, 2016
A video discussing the Wright Brothers and how their fascination with the concept of human flight led to inventing the airplane.
The Process of Invention - STEM in 30
December 24, 2015
A discussion about the inspirations and backstories behind the technology and engineering necessary to land the Mars Science Laboratory on Mars.
Sewing Machines, Balloons, and Rocket Fuel
December 15, 2015
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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