Senators Padilla and Kelly Celebrate Grand Opening of Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center in Los Angeles
U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) participated in the grand opening of the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, an expansion of the California Science Center in Los Angeles. This new facility is now home to the Space Shuttle Endeavour, making it the only location in the world to display a complete and authentic space shuttle system with a flown orbiter. The center features over 100 aerospace artifacts and 100 hands-on exhibits dedicated to aviation, space exploration, and the science of human flight. The event was attended by project principles and approximately 30 astronauts, including the entire six-member crew of Endeavour’s final mission, which Senator Kelly commanded. Senator Padilla highlighted the center's role in preserving America's space exploration legacy and expanding educational opportunities.
