Situato vicino all'aeroporto di Dulles, l'Udvar-Hazy Center è la seconda struttura pubblica dello Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum. In un grande hangar sono alloggiati una moltitudine di aerei, elicotteri, razzi e veicoli spaziali.
7360 x 4912 px | 62,3 x 41,6 cm | 24,5 x 16,4 inches | 300dpi
Data acquisizione:
18 gennaio 2015
Ubicazione:
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Udvar-Hazy Center, Fairfax County, Virginia, United States
Altre informazioni:
This photo depicts the Smithsonian Udvar-Hazy Center located in Chantilly, Virginia. As an annex of the National Air and Space Museum in Washington DC, the Udvar-Hazy Center provides a complementary venue to display thousands of aviation and space artifacts that cannot be housed on the National Mall. Opened in 2003, this facility features two massive hangars that collectively span more than 760, 000 square feet. The center boasts a remarkable array of aircraft and spacecraft, from the earliest days of flight to contemporary space missions. Notable exhibits include the Space Shuttle Discovery, the Enola Gay B-29 Superfortress, a Concorde supersonic airliner, and the SR-71 Blackbird. Beyond aircraft, the center houses a variety of related items, such as astronaut suits, flight equipment, and other technological marvels that offer visitors a comprehensive overview of flight's progression. One of the facility's highlights is the Mary Baker Engen Restoration Hangar, where museum specialists work on conserving and restoring aircraft. A mezzanine provides an observation deck for visitors to witness this meticulous work firsthand, adding an interactive element to the experience. Nestled near Washington Dulles International Airport, the Udvar-Hazy Center offers a unique perspective on the rich history of aviation and space exploration in the United States. By showcasing the technological advancements and pivotal moments of air and space history, the center serves as an educational and inspirational hub for visitors of all ages, backgrounds, and interests.
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