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Texas Air & Space Museum and its collection
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The Texas Air & Space Museum is an aviation museum situated near the Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport in Amarillo, Texas. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists, especially those who are flying into the city. The museum offers a unique opportunity to explore the history and development of aviation in the region.
Exhibits and Collections
The museum showcases a variety of civilian and military aircraft, along with a broad array of air and space artifacts. This diverse collection provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of aviation and space exploration, making it an interesting destination for tourists of all ages.
NASA Gulfstream II Shuttle Training Aircraft
In September 2011, the museum added a NASA Gulfstream II Shuttle Training Aircraft, known as '946', to its collection. This aircraft was flown 49 times by Rick Husband, the namesake of the airport and commander of STS-107 Space Shuttle Columbia, which tragically disintegrated upon re-entry in 2003, killing all crew members. This exhibit provides a poignant reminder of the risks and sacrifices involved in space exploration.
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