By Sarah Swan, National Museum of the U.S. Air Force / Published November 18, 2015
1) Astronauts go on spacewalks for many reasons, such as science experiments, testing equipment and repairing satellites or spacecraft. One demonstration during Family Day from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21 will explain how astronauts train for spacewalks. (NASA photo) [Use the right arrow above to move to the next image.]
2) Why do astronauts float in orbit? Find answers to this and more questions about living in space as you visit stations throughout the museum. (NASA photo) [Use the right arrow above to move to the next image.]
3) Learn more about the sport of model rocketry and check out a variety of model rockets during your visit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Garry Guthrie) [Use the right arrow above to move to the next image.]
4) Try your hand at launching a paper rocket! (U.S. Air Force photo) [Use the right arrow above to move to the next image.]
5) Think you have what it takes to build a space station? Use recycling materials to assemble a module to connect to the “space station” in the museum’s event area. What would astronauts use your module for? (U.S. Air Force photo)