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Once-in-Century Moon Crater
While scanning a detailed map of the Moon, Robert Wagner, a scientist with NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO), noticed an unusually large bright spot surrounded by a dark halo. By comparing before‑and‑after images, Wagner realized he had identified the largest newly formed crater ever discovered in the solar system
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NASA Unveils Enterprise, the First Space Shuttle
The rollout ceremony for NASA’s first space shuttle, OV-101, coincided with Constitution Day of the nation’s bicentennial on Sept.17, 1976. Although the orbiter was originally planned to be named Constitution, Star Trek fans successfully convinced President Gerald Ford to name it Enterprise after the series’ fictional starship.
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Two-Day Aerospace Festival
MAX POWER
Celebrate the spirit of American innovation at MAX POWER—an exposition of air and space technologies at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, Nov. 7-8.
The two-day event will feature immersive experiences for all ages to enjoy, including air shows, technology demonstrations, spaceflight hardware, military aircraft, and behind‑the‑scenes access to America’s spaceport.
In collaboration with Air Dot Show, UP Summit, Space Florida, Delaware North, and Purpose Entertainment, MAX POWER blends history, exploration, and the cutting edge of aerospace into an unforgettable experience.
