Research pilot William H. "Bill" Dana completed his cockpit checklist in preparation for a flight in the rocket-powered X-15.
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Final Flight of the X-15 Left a Legacy of Success
On NASA's Team Until the Final Inning
When the National Aeronautics and Space Administration came into being in 1958, Richard Cavicchi already had 14 years of service with the federal government.
This Month in Exploration - November
Five years ago scientists observed the largest solar flare in recorded history. Read more historical facts in This Month in Exploration.
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From Taxidriver to Virginia's Aeronautics Hall of Fame
A freshly minted engineer from Catholic University was looking for a job in a new field when he first came to Langley Research Center. Norm Crabill had seen a helicopter land in Washington, D.C., and decided that he wanted to work on those new flying machines.
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Tools of the Trade
Bernhard Anderson began his career using a slide rule. Today this engineer utilizes sophisticated computer software to help NASA discover new approaches to achieving technology breakthroughs.
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Apollo Springboards Planetary Geology Fascination
As a kid in Wythe, Va., James W. Head was mesmerized by Sputnik. It was the beginning of his fascination with planetary geology that led him to a job with NASA and the Apollo program.
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Apollo Heat Shield Helps New Crew Vehicle Design
NASA scientists developing the next generation of exploration vehicles and heat shields for NASA's Orion Crew Exploration Vehicle experienced "Christmas in July" when they uncrated the heat shields used on the Apollo missions some 35 years ago.
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50 Years of Research
Robert C. Hendricks has worked for NASA since its inception 50 years ago. Read more about this remarkable researcher.
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Digital Learning Network Hosts Worldwide Virtual Party for NASA
11.06.08 - Schools all over the world will wish NASA a happy birthday as part of an all-day virtual birthday party through NASA's Digital Learning Network on Thursday, Nov. 13.
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NASA TV Provides HD Feed of Documentary on NASA's First 50 Years
10.29.08 - NASA Television will provide a high definition feed of the documentary "50 Years of Exploration: The Golden Anniversary of NASA" on Thursday, Oct. 30, at 1 and 8 p.m. EDT.
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