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Jared Isaacman pledges to relocate Space Shuttle Discovery to Houston, senator says

Trump's pick for NASA chief, Jared Isaacman, has pledged to relocate the Space Shuttle Discovery from the Smithsonian's Udvar-Hazy Center to Space Center Houston, Sen. John Cornyn said. The pledge ties the nominee to a partisan, high-profile museum custody dispute now drawing congressional scrutiny.

2025-12-02T03:04:11.232869-08:00

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Critics: NASA Let Flagship Science Center Flood During Government Shutdown, Raising Legal Questions

2025-10-31T03:14:11.618073-07:00

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Senators spar over plans to move Space Shuttle Discovery

2025-10-07T12:32:00.921924-07:00

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Senator Mark Kelly leads push to keep Space Shuttle Discovery at Smithsonian

2025-09-29T07:58:56.199114-07:00

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Jared Isaacman pledges to relocate Space Shuttle Discovery to Houston, senator says Trump's pick for NASA chief, Jared Isaacman, has pledged to relocate the Space Shuttle Discovery from the Smithsonian's Udvar-Hazy Center to Space Center Houston, Sen. John Cornyn said. The pledge ties the nominee to a partisan, high-profile museum custody dispute now drawing congressional scrutiny.

2025-12-02T03:04:11.232869-08:00

Jared Isaacman pledges to relocate Space Shuttle Discovery to Houston, senator says

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Connecticut Air and Space Center highlights Sikorsky heritage and WWII Corsairs The Connecticut Air and Space Center is among New England's top aviation museums, housing historic Sikorsky designs, restored WWII Corsairs and exhibits that trace Connecticut's aviation roots — showcasing rotorcraft innovation and military aviation heritage to visitors and preservationists alike.

2025-11-29T20:33:19.636411-08:00

Connecticut Air and Space Center highlights Sikorsky heritage and WWII Corsairs

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UAE Space Agency organises inaugural 'UAE Space Retreat' at Etihad Museum The UAE Space Agency organised the first edition of the 'UAE Space Retreat' at the Etihad Museum. The retreat was attended by His Excellency Dr. Ahmad.

2025-11-27T09:31:51.724477-08:00

UAE Space Agency organises inaugural 'UAE Space Retreat' at Etihad Museum

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19 Wing Comox lights up retired aircraft at Heritage Airpark in seasonal drive‑by display 19 Wing Comox has decorated retired aircraft and helicopters at its Heritage Airpark with Christmas lights on Vancouver Island, inviting the public to drive by the base and view the illuminated displays. The seasonal event highlights preservation of historic airframes while offering a family‑friendly community attraction.

2025-11-26T10:38:39.294682-08:00

19 Wing Comox lights up retired aircraft at Heritage Airpark in seasonal drive‑by display

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Heritage Air Park Christmas lights return Nov. 29 to illuminate Comox's RCAF historic planes Comox Air Force Museum will switch on its annual Heritage Air Park Christmas Lights display Saturday, Nov. 29, returning the seasonal illumination of the museum's Royal Canadian Air Force historic aircraft and grounds. The display reopens public access to the park for the holiday season.

2025-11-26T10:38:36.824576-08:00

Heritage Air Park Christmas lights return Nov. 29 to illuminate Comox's RCAF historic planes

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Lufthansa mounts 1.4‑ton tail on Lockheed L‑1649A Super Star as Hangar One nears completion at Frankfurt Lufthansa has mounted the 1.4‑ton tail unit — featuring the Lockheed L‑1649A Super Star's distinctive three‑part rudder — at its under‑construction Lufthansa Group Hangar One at Frankfurt Airport. The milestone readies the historic airliner, with a wingspan of over 15 metres, as a centrepiece for centenary visitor attractions.

2025-11-24T07:14:03.942539-08:00

Lufthansa mounts 1.4‑ton tail on Lockheed L‑1649A Super Star as Hangar One nears completion at Frankfurt

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Edwards AFB Flight Test Museum to Open 60,000‑sq‑ft Expansion Featuring A‑12 Blackbird and YF‑117 The Air Force Flight Test Museum at Edwards AFB will open a 60,000‑square‑foot expansion showcasing more than 75 years of flight‑test heritage. Highlights include the base's cultural history from the Happy Bottom Riding Club and a "Black Hangar" exhibit featuring the A‑12 Blackbird and YF‑117 Nighthawk.

2025-11-20T05:13:24.882180-08:00

Edwards AFB Flight Test Museum to Open 60,000‑sq‑ft Expansion Featuring A‑12 Blackbird and YF‑117

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Pat Epps, leader of the Glacier Girl P‑38 recovery and champion of historic aviation, dies at 91 Pat Epps, 91, the pioneering aviator who led the Greenland Expedition Society and orchestrated recovery of the "Glacier Girl" P‑38, died peacefully in Atlanta. A Living Legend of Aviation and Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame inductee, he was known for mentorship, support of vintage aviation and advocacy for veterans.

2025-11-19T10:52:09.383235-08:00

Pat Epps, leader of the Glacier Girl P‑38 recovery and champion of historic aviation, dies at 91

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