This past week, I brought Saigon TV with me to film a segment on the Endeavor Space Shuttle at the California Space Center (specifically the Sam Oschin Pavillion). I’ve seen the numerous photos and news updates on the shuttle during it’s relocation in 2012, but have never seen it in person before.
Let’s just say that when I walked into the hangar that it is in, I felt an enormous sense of patriotism coming over me. It is amazing to be in the same room with something that has been on 25 missions to outer space! I learned amazing facts from reading all the signs and the incredibly friendly docents.
For example, each black tile that was placed onto the bottom of the shuttle is worth $2,000 each. (Ask a docent to let to feel what each tile and material of the shuttle so you can be amazed at how light/heavy each piece feels.) Endeavor was 1 out of 6 in it’s fleet. Endeavor is known as the “jewel” within it’s fleet. Plus, SO MUCH MORE.
I really love being able to bring my viewers to FUN, yet very educational places.
Admission is free. For special IMAX features and a visit to the Endeavor, all you need to do is reserve your place via their website. (http://www.californiasciencecenter.org)
Here are the links to my 22 minute segment:
P1 http://youtu.be/PxABxCfjTxE
P2 http://youtu.be/ga5n0u6tcBE
Until next time!
Vicky Nguyen News 