Airbus Defence and Space Assembly Facility
This facility is part of Airbus, a major aerospace manufacturer. It is involved in the assembly and testing of satellites and space systems.
Spacecraft Assembly and Testing Facilities
Spacecraft assembly and testing facilities are locations where spacecraft are built, assembled, and tested before launch. These facilities conduct rigorous testing to ensure the spacecraft’s systems and components function correctly and can withstand the harsh conditions of space. Key facilities include NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility, ESA’s ESTEC Test Centre, and SpaceX’s headquarters in Hawthorne, California.
ISRO Satellite Integration and Testing Establishment (ISITE)
Part of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), ISITE is responsible for the integration and testing of Indian satellites.
NASA’s JPL’s Spacecraft Assembly Facility
This facility is known for assembling and testing many of NASA’s robotic spacecraft, including the Mars rovers.
European Space Research and Technology Centre
Explore NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), a leader in space exploration and innovation, known for pioneering missions.
More Space Exploration Locations
Each of these locations plays a critical role in advancing our understanding of space, fostering international collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of human achievement. Explore them using the images below.
SpaceX Mission Control
Discover SpaceX Mission Control in Hawthorne, California, the hub for managing groundbreaking missions like reusable rockets and launches.
ISRO’s Mission Control Centre
Explore ISRO’s Mission Control Centre in Bengaluru, India, the heart of Indian space mission management, overseeing landmark missions.
Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre
Discover the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, ISRO’s hub for satellite launch vehicle development, known for key missions like Mangalyaan.
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, China
One of China’s major launch sites, it is used for launching crewed missions, including the Shenzhou spacecraft, and various satellites.
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Located on the aircraft carrier USS Intrepid, this museum includes the Space Shuttle Pavilion, which houses the Space Shuttle Enterprise.