National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
Space Science
November 1, 2004 – Permanent
Space science is performed in Earth's upper atmosphere or beyond and covers disciplines from meteorology and geology to lunar, solar, and planetary science; astronomy and astrophysics; and life sciences. The objects on view include vehicles (balloons, sounding rockets, satellites, space probes, orbiters, landers), the scientific instruments they carried, and ground-based technology that support space science.
Highlights include:
- Mars Pathfinder Lander and Sojourner Rover, full-scale engineering prototype
- Spartan 201 Satellite
- Vega Solar System Probe Bus and Landing Apparatus
Mars Pathfinder Lander Prototype
