{
  "id": 19855684,
  "title": "California's brand-new Air & Space Center, home of the space shuttle Endeavour, opens today",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/13/californias-brand-new-air-space-center-home-of-the-space-shuttle",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-11-13T19:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Space.com",
    "slug": "space-com",
    "url": "https://www.space.com/space-exploration/californias-brand-new-air-and-space-center-home-of-the-space-shuttle-endeavour-opens-today"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Los Angeles' California Science Center has recently unveiled its new Samuel Oschin Air & Space Center, home to the iconic space shuttle Endeavour. After over three decades in development, the museum's massive new wing is now open to the public. The star attraction is the retired space shuttle Endeavour, which stands nearly 200 feet (61 meters) tall in launch position at the museum. Former NASA astronaut Garrett Reisman, who flew on two space shuttle missions, including Endeavour, described the moment visitors first see the shuttle as \"overwhelming.\" Reisman highlighted that the exposure the shuttle will receive will be a \"force multiplier,\" allowing many people to share the experience with their children. Visitors can immerse themselves in the exhibit through a video presentation that culminates in a dramatic reveal. Interactive exhibits surrounding the shuttle include a replica launch tower, a shuttle landing simulator, and a replica cockpit. The shuttle itself can be observed from inside and underneath, with a transparent floor allowing visitors to stand above it. The new air and space center is designed for all ages and is free to the public, but reservations are required due to high demand.",
  "summary": "The California Science Center's brand-new Samuel Oschin Air & Space Center —the home of NASA's space shuttle Endeavour —officially opened to the public today (Nov. 13).",
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}