HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – The U.S. Space & Rocket Center will hold a media preview of its latest traveling exhibit, “Above and Beyond,” Friday, Sept. 29 at 10 a.m. Representatives from the Rocket Center and exhibit presenter Boeing will be available for interviews about “Above and Beyond” and how it explores the technology of flight.
The exhibit opens to the public Saturday, Sept. 30, and is included in regular museum admission or museum membership.
“Above and Beyond” provides hands-on simulation and design activities related to real-life challenges in the aerospace industry. Guests will be able to learn how today’s airplanes and spacecraft are designed and built with methods such as 3D printing, creative wing shapes and lighter materials. The exhibit includes multiple immersive experiences, such as a simulated space elevator; the chance to design, build and compete in a supersonic fighter jet; and motion-sensing technology that gives users a feeling of what it’s like to fly like a bird.
Above and Beyond is presented by The Boeing Company and produced by Evergreen Exhibitions, in collaboration with NASA and the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum,
Media contact: Pat Ammons, pat.ammons@spacecamp.com; 256-721-5429
About U.S. Space & Rocket Center
The U.S. Space & Rocket Center, a Smithsonian Affiliate, is home to Space Camp® and Aviation Challenge®, the Apollo 16 capsule, the National Historic Landmark Saturn V rocket and world-class traveling exhibits. USSRC is the Official Visitor Center for NASA Marshall Space Flight Center and a showcase for national defense technologies developed at the U.S. Army’s Redstone Arsenal.
To learn more about the exciting programs and activities at the USSRC, go to www.rocketcenter.com.
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About Boeing
Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes and defense, space and security systems. In addition, Boeing supports airlines and U.S. and allied government customers in more than 150 countries. The company's products and tailored services include commercial and military aircraft, satellites, weapons, electronic and defense systems, launch systems, advanced information and communication systems, and performance-based logistics and training. Boeing employs approximately 145,000 people across the United States and in more than 65 countries. Company revenues for 2016 were $94.6 billion.
The company first established a presence in Alabama in 1962 to support the nation’s new space programs. Over the years Boeing in Huntsville has evolved to support diverse work packages for a wide variety of customers in both the commercial and defense sectors. Boeing employees are active and committed members of the Alabama communities where they live and work, contributing both dollars and time in many ways.