Astronaut Training Experience (ATX), at the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame.

ATX immerses you in Astronaut Training Its an exciting combination of hands-on training activities and simulation experiences designed to prepare you for the rigors of spaceflight. Youll hear first-hand from space exploration educators and veteran NASA Astronauts as you progress through mission simulations and space exploration activities.

ASTRONAUT TRAINING EXPERIENCE MISSION TRAINING

You Are Go For Launch!

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Have you ever imagined yourself at the controls of the Space Shuttle, preparing for launch at Kennedy Space Center?

ATX Basic Training is a one-half day experience, designed to immerse you in an exciting combination of hands-on training and simulations to prepare you for the rigors of space flight. Veteran NASA Astronauts helped design the program, and you'll hear first-hand from them as you progress through mission simulations and hands-on space exploration activities. Your day program includes:

• Motion-Based Spaceflight Simulators
• Full Scale Space Shuttle Mission Simulation
• Astronaut Briefing and Question & Answer Session
• Snacks and Beverages
• ATX Gear (including Mission Polo Shirt)
• Led by Educators and Space Flight Experts

Space is infinite... but ATX space is not.

Mission participants must be 14 years of age or older. Mission participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Some height and weight restrictions apply on certain simulators. Shorts or pants recommended (no skirts). Athletic footwear preferred. Participants should be free of neck and back injuries. Tour may be altered or closed due to operational requirements. Morning and Afternoon ATX sessions available on select dates.

Tour Info:

• Times: Saturdays Only
• Running Time: Half Day

Exchange your voucher at the CAMP KSC area at 9am. Photo ID required. Avoid open toe shoes & dresses. Call 321-449-4400 upon arrival in Orlando to re-confirm tour details. Open daily except Christmas & certain launch dates, which cannot be pre-defined due to NASA requirements.

Travel Info

From Orlando on State Road 528

Travel east on SR 528 until you reach the SR 407 exit going to Kennedy Space Center and Titusville. Take SR 407 until it dead ends into SR 405. Turn right (east) onto SR 405 and follow the signs for Kennedy Space Center. You will travel approximately 9 miles on SR 405. The KSC Visitor Complex will be on your right.

From Orlando on State Road 50

Travel east on SR 50 until you pass under the I-95 overpass. The next intersection is SR 50 and SR 405. Turn right (east) onto SR 405 and follow the signs for Kennedy Space Center. You will travel approximately 11 miles on SR 405. The KSC Visitor Complex will be on your right.

From North on Interstate 95

Traveling from the north (Daytona Beach), continue along I-95 and take Exit #215 (SR 50). Turn left (east) onto SR 50. The next intersection is SR 50 and SR 405. Turn right (east) on to SR 405 and follow the signs for Kennedy Space Center. You will travel approximately 11 miles on SR 405. The KSC Visitor Complex will be on your right.

From South on Interstate 95

Traveling from the south (Miami), continue along I-95 and take Exit #212 (SR 407). Head east/north on SR 407 until it dead-ends into SR 405. Turn right (east) on SR 405 and follow the signs for Kennedy Space Center. You will travel approximately 9 miles on SR 405. The KSC Visitor Complex will be on your right

Special Needs

The Center is wheelchair accessible and wheelchairs and strollers are free of charge with a valid photo ID. Many of the tour buses are also outfitted to accommodate wheelchairs and in addition a separate van is available for people who require special assistance.

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