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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. 

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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.

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    An interview with a landing signal officer including B-roll of an aircraft carrier and animation.
    The Role of a Landing Signal Officer on an Aircraft Carrier
    December 16, 2020
    A male speaker explains taking off from an aircraft carrier.
    Taking Off From an Aircraft Carrier
    December 09, 2020
    Three speakers explain the math of landing on an aircraft carrier.
    The Math Behind Landing on an Aircraft Carrier
    December 09, 2020
    A video teaching viewers the science behind launching and landing airplanes on a ship.
    The Need for Speed: TOPGUN and Naval Aviation! - STEM in 30
    December 03, 2020
    A video where astronauts discuss what life is like on the International Space Station.
    At Home In Space: The International Space Station at 20 - STEM in 30
    November 05, 2020
    A video of altitude balloons being launched and how radio is used to track balloons.
    Student Balloon Launch: Medium Altitude Balloons
    October 09, 2020
    A video teaching viewers about the air and science of ballooning from air and space experts.
    Pushing the Envelope: The Art and Science of Ballooning - STEM in 30
    October 01, 2020
    A video about the attack on Pearl Harbor.
    The Attack on Pearl Harbor
    September 12, 2020
    A live chat discussing Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) in World War II.
    Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) of WWII: STEM in 30 Live Chat
    September 10, 2020
    A video discussing the end of World War II through the Allies victory over Japan.
    Victory Over Japan and the End of WWII: STEM in 30
    September 03, 2020
    A video interviewing astronauts about exploring Mars.
    Astronauts on Mars Exploration
    June 24, 2020
    A live chat discussion about the Mount St. Helens eruption.
    STEM in 30 Mission Debrief: Volcanos
    May 18, 2020
    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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