Media Credential Registration for Endeavour's Arrival Is Open

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Posted Thursday, September 6, 2012

LOS ANGELES - Media credential registration for Endeavour's arrival at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is available from now through September 12, 2012. Endeavour, which will be transported on top of NASA's Boeing 747 Shuttle Carrier Aircraft (SCA), is expected to arrive at LAX mid-day of September 20. The target date is flexible, pending weather conditions at Kennedy Space Center, along the flight path and in Los Angeles.

Media credentials will be required for each person covering Endeavour's arrival at the airport. All requests for credentials must be received by September 12, 2012.

All media credential requests must be submitted online at: http://www.eventcredentials.com/Endeavour/ Credential approval notices and detailed instructions for picking up media badges will be sent via email close to the arrival date.

After arriving at LAX, Endeavour will be removed from the SCA and moved Oct. 12-13 to the California Science Center for permanent public display. For more information about preparations for the shuttle's transport and display, visit: www.californiasciencecenter.org.

About the California Science Center

The California Science Center is a dynamic destination where families, adults and children can explore the wonders of science through interactive exhibits, live demonstrations, innovative programs and awe-inspiring films. Its mission is as follows:" We aspire to stimulate curiosity and inspire science learning in everyone by creating fun, memorable experiences, because we value science as an indispensable tool for understanding our world, accessibility and inclusiveness, and enriching people's lives."

The California Science Center and IMAX Theater are located in historic Exposition Park just west of the Harbor (110) Freeway at 700 Exposition Park Drive. The Science Center is open daily from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Please check the Science Center web site for schedule updates at www.californiasciencecenter.org

Media Contact: Kristina Kurasz, (213) 744-7446 | kkurasz@cscmail.org

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