The National Space Society Of Phoenix

11/15/2023

Starship’s Second Flight Test

Space Enthusiasts:

Here's How to Watch Starship’s Second Flight Test

Launch attempt delayed to Saturday morning.

Starship’s second flight test is set to launch on Saturday, November 18. A twenty-minute launch window opens at 7:00 a.m. CT / 6:00 a.m. MT.

A live webcast of the flight test will begin about 35 minutes before liftoff.

You can watch Starship’s second flight test by clicking on the Zoom link provided below.

Venue: Virtual Zoom Group Event

Date and Time: Saturday, November 18, 2023 5:30AM (Arizona Time)

Event begins at 6:00AM (Arizona Time). Please note that the Zoom link has a 30-minute buffer for those joining early and for those hanging on late.

Please join this Zoom session to watch as a group:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87179122845?pwd=SFJ4azhPZ2NyZS9LWHdmWk5za1NHQT09

Regards,
Mario Anzalotti
President
Phoenix Chapter of the National Space Society

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11/03/2023

25 years ago today, John Glenn went back to space on Space Shuttle Discovery STS-95. He was 77, and at the time, the oldest person to go to space. His return to space came over three decades after his historic 1962 flight in Mercury Friendship 7, when he became the first American to orbit the Earth: https://s.si.edu/3Ft3Gpn

10/05/2023

The EarthLight Foundation's 7th annual New Worlds space conference is Nov. 17 and 18, known as “the best little space conference on the planet.”...

04/25/2023

*** May Event ***

Space Enthusiasts:

NSS Phoenix is inviting you to join us for the following meeting event at the Earth and Space Expedition Center (formerly known as the Challenger Space Center of Arizona).

Event Title & Type: Monthly NSS of Phoenix Event for May

Location: Earth and Space Expedition Center
17835 N. 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Website:
https://www.earthandspaceexpeditioncenter.org

Date and Time: Saturday, May 6, 2023 – 11:00AM (Phoenix, AZ)

Topics:
• Talk by Michael Mackowski:
o What Ever Happened to Single Stage to Orbit (SSTO)?
• Discuss the results of the NSS Phoenix Outreach Questionnaire.
• Q&A Session.

Admission: Free

Guest Speaker:
Michael Mackowski:
• Current Secretary and Past President, Phoenix Chapter of the National Space Society.

If you have not received the NSS Phoenix Chapter Outreach Questionnaire, please copy and paste it into a Word document and complete it as soon as possible, indicate whether you will be attending the meeting or not and return the Outreach Questionnaire by May 3rd and return it to:

Mario Anzalotti
Email: [email protected]

NSS Phoenix Chapter Outreach Questionnaire:

The officers of the Phoenix Chapter of the National Space Society are planning activities for the year 2023 and for 2024. The National Space Society is committed to human exploration and development of space and to its vision of people living and working in space. We are asking the assistance of members of the Chapter in helping us determine the activities that are important to them. By promoting activities that are important to our members, we hope to increase member participation at our monthly events and for any added events that could be planned in the future.

Please answer the following questions so that we are able to gain an understanding of what is important to you, the membership.
We have been having “virtual meetings” via Zoom on the third Saturday of the month. The Zoom session begins at 10:30AM with the formal meeting starting at 11:00AM and with the scheduled end time at 1:00PM.

Our new venue is located at the Earth and Space Expedition Center (formerly the Challenger Space Center) 17835 N 44th Street in Phoenix. We are able to have both In-Person and Hybrid meetings on the third Saturday of the month at this location with the formal meeting starting at 11:00AM and with the scheduled end time at 1:00PM.

• Is the third Saturday of the month convenient? Yes ____ No ______ If not, are there alternatives?

• Is the 10:30AM to 1:00PM time frame acceptable Yes _____ No ______ If not, are there alternatives?

• What type of presentations would be of interest to you for these In-Person and/or Hybrid meetings? Please provide suggestions.

• Would you be interested in taking part in select community activities where NSS Phoenix Chapter would participate e.g., host a table take part in event activities and provide information about the National Space Society and the Phoenix Chapter?

• Would you be interested in taking part in “field” trips, Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, School of Earth & Space Exploration at ASU, University of Arizona Space activities, and other subject related activities?
Yes _____ No _____ If Yes, which activities would be of interest to you.

• Please provide any additional information that you feel is pertinent in revitalizing the Phoenix Chapter.

Mario Anzalotti
President
Phoenix Chapter of the National Space Society

Explore the wonders of space and science at the Earth & Space Expedition Center in Phoenix, AZ. Admission prices start at just $8. Contact us today!

10/10/2022

*** March Event *** (To Be Rescheduled)

Space Enthusiasts:

NSS Phoenix is inviting you to join us for a live presentation by the Technical Research & Engineering Company (TREC) at the Earth and Space Expedition Center (formerly known as the Challenger Space Center of Arizona).

Event Title & Type: Monthly NSS of Phoenix Event for March

Location: Earth and Space Expedition Center
17835 N. 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Website: https://www.earthandspaceexpeditioncenter.org

Date and Time: Saturday, March 18, 2023 – 11:00AM (Phoenix, AZ Time – MST)

Topic:
• State of Education:
What needs to change to improve education.
How TREC’s ASL system can be a part of that improvement.
• Demonstration of Voyager with her capabilities.
• Q&A Session.

Guest Speaker:
Rick Gutridge:
• Owner, TREC - Technical Research & Engineering Company
• Graduate of the University of Arizona, B.S. Engineering Physics – 1982
• 35 years of aerospace engineering experience including: reliability analysis, system level testing, software and simulation development for private, commercial and military aircraft avionics and manned space vehicle systems.
• In 1999 he became involved with the Challenger Space Center of Arizona (now known as the Earth and Space Expedition Center).
• Rick’s company TREC developed the Challenger Space Center’s (Earth and Space Expedition Center) “Earth Space Transit Module” - a simulated crew module lifted to orbit inside the Space Shuttle’s cargo bay. The “ESTM” transported students from the briefing room to the space station in support of the Center’s Challenger Missions.
• TREC’s experience at the Earth and Space Expedition Center provided insights into the need for a mobile simulation platform for STEM education; one that could reach underserved and rural students unable to travel to a STEM Center. Based on this perceived need, TREC developed its Advanced Spaceflight Laboratory and the Corps of Discovery system.
• Advanced Spaceflight Laboratories are mobile simulators that provide students with a fully immersive futuristic space exploration experience that includes on-board standards compliant experiments and a variety of related classroom activities. ASL systems are capable of supporting STEM-oriented programs for students in Kindergarten through 12th grade.
• Rick is currently working to expand the impact of ASL systems by reaching more students and by developing partnerships with various organizations to support improved STEM education.

Admission: Free

Mario Anzalotti, President
Phoenix Chapter of the National Space Society

Human Spaceflight and Exploration

09/03/2022

*** September Event ***

Dear Space Enthusiasts,

NSS Phoenix is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Event Title & Type: Monthly NSS of Phoenix Meeting for September

Location: Phoenix, Arizona USA

Venue: Virtual Zoom Presentation Event

Date and Time: September 17, 2022 – 11:00AM to 1:00PM (Arizona Time)

Topic: Planet X and the Perihelion Gap with Q&A

Speaker:
Will Oldroyd:
Will Oldroyd recently graduated with a PhD in Astronomy and Planetary Science from Northern Arizona University. He grew up in Provo, Utah and attended Brigham Young University for his undergraduate studies in Physics and Astronomy with minors in Math, Geology, and Spanish. Will’s main research focuses on searching for a mysterious undiscovered giant planet---called Planet X---hidden in the distant outer solar system. Some of the most exciting parts of this research are using supercomputers to visualize how the planets are connected through gravity and using some of the biggest telescopes on Earth (or off of it) to discover new worlds. Will plans on becoming a professor so he can continue studying the universe and share new discoveries with others. In his spare time, Will enjoys hiking and playing board games with his wife and two kids.


Topic: NSS Phoenix Speaker Meeting (3rd Saturday)

Time: September 17, 2022 10:30 AM (Arizona Time)

Event begins at 11:00AM (Arizona Time). Please note that the Zoom link has a 30 minute buffer for those joining early and for those hanging on late.

Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZwtceurpzIsHty1KbFaZkF_rocxilbRk6IW/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGgrj0oGd2cth2PRpw-Ao_oa-nxmFhdgrdEzTTnJSFpaSXJJO1BKrtzEurb

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Mario Anzalotti
President
Phoenix Chapter of the National Space Society

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08/24/2022

How to Watch the Artemis I launch

Artemis I is scheduled to lift off from Launch Pad 39B at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Monday 29 August, within a two-hour window that opens at 8:33 am EDT.

The launch will be broadcast by NASA Television, the NASA app, and the agency’s website, nasa.gov. Coverage will also be available on the agency’s Facebook, Twitch and NASA YouTube channel, as well as in 4k on NASA’s UHD channel.
https://www.nasa.gov/press-release/nasa-sets-launch-coverage-for-artemis-mega-moon-rocket-spacecraft

The launch countdown will begin on Saturday 27 August at 10:23 am EDT.

NASA will also be running a live stream of the launch and will provide audio of the launch control commentator, which can be accessed via cell phone and radio.
https://blogs.nasa.gov/artemis/

If bad launch weather or a minor technical issue triggers a delay on 29 August, NASA has slated alternative launch dates for 2 September and 5 September.

Mario Anzalotti
President
Phoenix Chapter of the National Space Society

NASA will provide coverage of prelaunch, launch, and postlaunch activities for Artemis I, the first integrated test of NASA’s Orion spacecraft, Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, and the ground systems at the agency’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

08/18/2022

Upcoming Mars Society Convention at ASU

25th Annual International Mars Society Convention

"Searching for Life with Heavy Lift"

October 20-23, 2022

Arizona State University
ASU Memorial Union - Tempe Campus

Register Now:
https://www.marssociety.org/convention-registration/

More Info & Confirmed Speakers:
https://www.marssociety.org/conventions/2022/

Hotels:
https://www.marssociety.org/hotels-for-25th-annual-convention-arizona-state-university/

Submit an Abstract:
https://forms.gle/x66TfDvoPy9HL63L9

Sponsorship Opportunities:
https://www.marssociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Mars_Society_Convention_Sponsorship_Kit.pdf

Early Bird Rates End August 31 - Virtual Passes Available Soon

Website:
https://www.marssociety.org/

Mario Anzalotti
President
Phoenix Chapter of the National Space Society

The Mars Society is very pleased to announce that NASA Deputy Administrator Pamela Melroy will give a keynote talk titled “The Human-Machine Teaming Path to Get Us There” during the 25th Annual International Mars Society Convention at Arizona State University on Friday, October 21st (11:00 am lo...

05/09/2022

2022 Total Lunar Eclipse



Join ASU's School of Earth and Space Exploration in viewing the 2022 Total Lunar Eclipse virtually with our partners at Lowell Observatory and Sociedad Chilena de Astronomía!

Starting at 7:00 p.m. PDT on Sunday, May 15, we will be streaming the eclipse using various telescopes. Watch eclipse-themed presentations from members of Marston Theater team and enjoy live views of the eclipse as it approaches totality in the night sky!

Details:
Event provided by ASU
Sunday May 15th
7 - 9:15 pm PDT
Register https://asu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8ghrNbZWSgCBli9_GnviXQ
Image: NASA

Mario Anzalotti
President
Phoenix Chapter of the National Space Society

03/31/2022

*** April Special Event ***

Dear Space Enthusiasts,

NSS Phoenix is inviting you to join in a special presentation about the National Space Society to the Phoenix Astronomical Society.

Event Title & Type: Phoenix Astronomical Society Event for April

Location: Virtual Zoom Presentation Event

Venue: Presentation about the National Space Society,
with Q&A

Date and Time: Thursday, April 7, 2022 – 7:30PM – 9:30PM (PDT)

Speaker:
Michael Mackowski:
Michael Mackowski is the current Secretary of the NSS Phoenix Chapter. He is also a Past President of the Chapter.

Topic: Phoenix Astronomical Society (Thursday Open Meeting)

Time: April 7, 2022 7:30 PM (PDT)

Doors open 7:00PM. Meeting begins 7:30PM with a few brief announcements.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86308465940?pwd=S3ZNQmQrU2lpZEV5MzNrUzZRYkNMZz09

Mario Anzalotti
President
Phoenix Chapter of the National Space Society

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03/03/2022

*** March Event ***

Dear Space Enthusiasts,

NSS Phoenix is inviting you to join us for a tour of the Challenger Space Center.

Event Title & Type: Monthly NSS of Phoenix Event for March

Location: Challenger Space Center of AZ
17835 N. 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Venue: Challenger Space Center Tour

Date and Time: March 19, 2022 – 11:00AM to 1:00PM

Executive Director: Beverly Swayman

The Challenger Space Center is the new home for our in-person meetings that are held on the third Saturday of the month.

Come and visit the Challenger Space Center for an in-depth tour and experience!

The Challenger Space Center is very happy and pleased that we want to visit their Center and hold our future meetings there. They cannot stress how much they want to work with our Chapter to forward our shared missions.

The Challenger Space Center sees how much their programs are needed for Arizona students. They are open to any ideas we may have regarding possibilities/projects that we could collaborate on to bring attention to the NSS Phoenix Chapter and to the Challenger Space Center.

They have a lot of an elementary school converted into classrooms, museum-style exhibits, hands-on and interactive displays, and their space station simulator (which is still a work in progress). Also, the Secretary of our Chapter, Michael Mackowski recently donated a 1/10 scale Mercury capsule model from McDonnell Aircraft, which he restored and was happy to find a good home for it.

The Challenger Space Center is very happy to offer a classroom for our monthly NSS meetings. There would be no charge for the use of the classroom. The rooms have video monitors where we can plug in a laptop for a presentation, and we can access their Wi-Fi/Internet and do hybrid (in-person and virtual) meetings. The rooms also have a table so we could have food brought in.

For the in-depth tour and experience, the Executive Director, Beverly Swayman mentioned that it would be greatly appreciated if we could donate half the normal admission rate per person since that is a regular museum operational day. Typically, their adult admission fee is $10 but $5 per person would help offset any additional costs they may incur for hosting the tour and meeting. Each individual attending will be responsible to pay for their admission for the tour.

After the tour, we can have a little get together in the classroom that has been already reserved for us.

The Challenger Space Center Tour is open to every one of our members who will be interested in going on the tour. Our members’ husbands, wives, and significant others are welcome to attend.

Please let me know if you will be attending and the number of people that will be attending by emailing Mario Anzalotti at [email protected].

I will need to know how many people will be attending by Thursday, March 17th and provide a final attendance count no later than the morning of Friday, March 18th.

Regards,
Mario Anzalotti
President
Phoenix Chapter of the National Space Society
Email: [email protected]