27K views · 1K reactions | The space shuttle Enterprise was used to test critical phases of landing and other aspects of shuttle preparations. It was released over the vast dry lakebed at Edwards Air Force Base in California to prove it could glide and land safely. This video shows Enterprise separating from the top of a modified 747 airliner for the Approach and Landing Tests on June 18th, 1977. #TBT | NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center | Facebook

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As the largest space artifact in the northeast, space shuttle Enterprise allows visitors of all ages and abilities to get nose to nose with the triumphs of space travel in the 20th century. Eric Boehm, curator of aviation and Air Force veteran, and Mike Massimino, senior advisor for space programs and former NASA astronaut, work together to investigate the history of Enterprise and preserve it for future generations. This #GivingTuesday help us share the stories of those who were on the frontlin

Reel: In April 2012, the legendary Space Shuttle Enterprise took its final journey — not into space, but through the skies of America! 🛫 Carried on top of a Boeing 747 Shuttle Carrier Aircraft, this incredible scene turned heads as Enterprise flew from Washington D.C. to New York City. Crowds below watched in awe as the shuttle — which had helped pave the way for future space missions — made its grand arrival at JFK Airport. Today, you can find it proudly displayed at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Sp

3K views · 56 reactions | Embodying the spirit of inventions, innovation and technology, #Enterprise, as well as our Senior Space Advisor Mike Massimino, fit right at home in our Space Shuttle Pavilion. #IntrepidMuseum | Intrepid Museum | Facebook