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Have you ever wondered what it really takes to be an astronaut and what it's like to go into space? Well now's your chance with former NASA astronaut Tony Antonelli. For concessionary tickets, please choose the quantity on this page, go to checkout and then remove the standard priced ticket - sorry for the inconvenience!
Exploring space from Earth
Dr Sam James
(Astrophysicist, Newcastle University)
Humans have always been fascinated with the night's sky and what might beyond the furthest depths of space. Astrophysicist Dr Sam James has never left Earth, but has made exploring the universe his life's mission. He will take us on a tour of what he thinks is the best job in the universe!
Piloting a NASA Space Shuttle into space
Tony Antonelli
(NASA astronaut and Commander US Navy (retired))
Tony has served as a Commander of the US Navy as well as being a Distinguished Graduate of the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School. As a pilot, he has accumulated over 3,200 hours in 41 different kinds of aircraft.
He was selected as a NASA pilot in 2000 and flew his first mission in space as the pilot of the Space Shuttle Discovery in March 2009. He also served as a pilot on the Space Shuttle Atlantis.
Tony has logged a total of 24 days, 3 hours, 57 minutes and 35 seconds in space. He is the recipient of the NASA Exceptional Achievement Medal and various service awards.
Come and hear what it's like to pilot a Space Shuttle!
He was selected as a NASA pilot in 2000 and flew his first mission in space as the pilot of the Space Shuttle Discovery in March 2009. He also served as a pilot on the Space Shuttle Atlantis.
Tony has logged a total of 24 days, 3 hours, 57 minutes and 35 seconds in space. He is the recipient of the NASA Exceptional Achievement Medal and various service awards.
Come and hear what it's like to pilot a Space Shuttle!
In partnership with:
International Space School Trust
(ISSET)
This event is being held with thanks to ISSET. ISSET works in partnership with some of the world's leading space organisations to deliver unique learning opportunities for students of all ages. They utilise space and space exploration to inspire and motivate people of all ages to believe that they can become what they want to be. Visit isset.org for more information.
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