[HD1080p50] NASA Space Shuttle Atlantis Exhibit (Shuttle Reveal), Kennedy Space Center, Florida 2013
2013 ж. 26 Қар.
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Footage of the Space Shuttle Atlantis Exhibit (more specifically, the Shuttle reveal) at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Cape Canaveral, Florida
I honestly don't know why someone would dislike this masterpiece
That's the best reveal in the history of the world. We were there summer of 2017. When the screen went translucent and I could see that Atlantis was RIGHT THERE, it literally brought me to tears. It's such a wonderful tribute to this incredible spacecraft.
That was what Mommy thought
This was my favorite part of the entire day. I bawled when they lifted that curtain and Atlantis was right in front of me. Amazing...
Every time I see it. I saw this the day it opened, and many times since.
I cried too
i saw this the fall after it premiered. a childhood dream come true for me, when the curtain went up, i remember my mouth wide open and not being able to move. i was so mesmerised and just so in awe....i was choking up
I was there yesterday. I knew that we'd see Atlantis. But I figured the video (which was was awesome) would end, and we would move on through doors to the next room. I was not mentally prepared for such a dramatic reveal. It was an amazing experience and very moving!
Dan Hildebrand I loved going there seeing it open up like that was awesome
I cried lol
I know exactly what are you talking about. Could not hold the tears.
Atlantis was the highlight of my trip to Florida in June. The presentation is wonderful and I found myself with chills and trying to hold back tears. This is a magnificent display. Thanks for sharing.
Same here except I actually cried and I only cried to 2 things in my whole life.
We took HMS Vanguard (UK submarine) over to Kings Bay so we had to go and see the space centre. I've loved space all my life. Drew pictures of the shuttle for as far back as I could pick a pencil up. This was a once in a lifetime trip for me. Watched the presentation and video in the hall...then Atlantis appeared. Wow, what an amazing graphic.......oh!! Then the screen went up and there was Atlantis...and well...I aint too proud to say this....but I cried my f*ckin eyes out.
I was there. It was magic and beautiful. Way better than Disney. I cried
el gran master Totally understand where you're coming from. When I visit Orlando, I still do the whole tourist thing with trips to themes parks etc, but the highlight of my trip is always my visits to KSC. Glad to see a new generation taking an active interest in space and exploration again.
el gran master same just did not cry but my feet were hurting
When you leave the Visitors Center, two lanes turn left towards Orlando while one turns right into the Space Center. Disney calls itself "the place where dreams come true" . For most people, the left turn will do. For us, the right turn takes us to the place where OUR dreams come true.
@@spaceflight1019 I so agree with you! KSC has definitely been my place to be!
I am glad I am not the only one!!! I was bawling haha
I was there in that room last week (April 2018) and that was the most epic thing I have ever seen in my entire life! My childhood dream space vehicle resting in front of me in all it's glory and I wasn't prepared for that incredible reveal. I had tears in my eyes when the curtain lifted and i do get the same tears every time i see this.
Visited and saw this presentation..it gave me goosebumps and tears!! I love you Atlantis! Also Endeavour, Discovery, Enterprise, Columbia and Challenger!!
When the curtain lifted I got a little tear. I love aircraft and flight but when I saw her she almost looked really alive. Like a swan or a penguin but with more stories & adventures that any bird you know. I saw her rise from the beach on her maiden flight but I never wanted to see her lay down. Thanks for a great lifetime. I miss you..
Remember this.. went a few years ago and it gave me chills, teared up when the screen lifted. Just in awe at what was in front of me. They did such a good job
I went there yesterday and this part was definitely the highlight. Very moving, and the narrator saying "Atlantis - welcome home" made it even more emotional. It's an incredible exhibit, beautifully done and shows her off magnificently. Thank you for sharing as I didn't think to record it!
When I went with my dad 3 years ago, i remember being in shock at the exhibit. I still get chills thinking about it. Ok... i cry like a baby... never ever gets old...
I remember seeing Atlantis at the end. “Hey, pretty cool mock-up......(screen rises)OH CRAP!!!” 😢😢😢
so I went there two weeks ago visiting family from PA. and seeing this overwhelmed me, and moved me to tears.
I cried like a baby 😭 seeing history being revealed like that after such a beautiful presentation 💗 tugs the heart strings a little
I'm from europe, but during that presentation i probably came closest to what it feels like being a "proud american"
Just saw this ealirer today, still crying so hard. My grandpa would've loved seeing this
I was there today. This video doesn't do justice to the majestic reveal of the Atlantis Shuttle. It was breataking and worth seeing in person. I am glad to have witnessed it.
We were there 2 weeks ago and when the curtain rose, the sight of the real Atlantis brought me to tears. Thanks for this video.
You're welcome! Glad you liked it.
I went there in Feb 2017, Monday 13th. BY FAR the best part of my trip to Florida was the KSC, I will hopefully return someday. Apollo was amazing but for some reason the Atlantis I really had to try to hold back the tears during the reveal. Even watching the video back makes me want to cry. Its just so moving! I wasn't prepared for it, and even now I am prepared I am still moved. Fantastic.
The problem with Saturn V is it's too big for a dramatic reveal like this. I like seeing the Shuttle Boosters over the horizon as the first thing you see when you start getting close, but if they wanted a truly dramatic reveal for the Saturn V, they would have to assemble that thing upright and make it the first thing you see from 2 miles away over the Horizon. Saturn is so gigantic it boggles the mind when you stand under it. And looking at the first stage tank and engines is incredible as well when you think about how much fuel that thing used as fast as it did. They just rode a gigantic controlled explosion. Theres no other way to describe what was going on when that thing took off. And the SLS crew and heavy cargo blocks are going to be even bigger. But their explosions have a bit more finesse.
Shane - Just returned from four-days at KSC. Did the Atlantis reveal twice, and it brought tears to my ears both times. The displays of Discovery at Udvar-Hazy and Endeavour at the California Science Center pale in comparison to this masterstroke of public engagement. Thanks for posting. I feel like I'm right back there again.
Thanks for your feedback Steven - glad you liked it. Its been a few years now since I last visited KSC - in fact, this video was taken during my last visit in 2013 - they did a superb job with the Atlantis presentation and I definitely want to go back in the next year or two - maybe get to see a Space X or SLS launch - I was incredibly fortunate to witness one of the last launches of Atlantis in person back in 2008 before they retired the Shuttle fleet, so it was extra special to get to see Atlantis up close in the exhibit. In the meantime I've also managed to meet some Shuttle and Apollo-era astronauts in person, including Buzz Aldrin (amazing to think that he is one of the few people to have walked on the surface of the moon and returned to earth!). Will be interesting to see if we make it to Mars in my lifetime...!
I understand, completely. This recent trip was my 12th visit to KSC, starting with the first time in 1970. We were on the NASA Causeway West when Columbia took flight for STS-1 in 1981, and went back to see STS-4 in 1982. After that, I was not back for a launch until STS-133 in February of 2011. My 2012 trip was specially to do the then "Limited time tours" of the VAB and Firing Room 4. I'm glad I did those, as they are not available now. However, this was my first visit to Atlantis' home, as the building was still being built in 2012. The pending CSC-Endeavour "stack" exhibit might not have the drama of the Atlantis reveal, but there's something about walking up to a full Shuttle Stack that stirs the soul... I'm going back there for that, when it opens, too. Thanks again.
Yeah - I was lucky enough to get inside the VAB and stand next to one of the launch pads (think it was 39B) - as you say, these tours are no longer available as they prepare for the SLS - another item ticked off the bucket list for sure!
September next year is gonna be a great time to visit. Just got back myself and unfortunately I planned it spur of the moment and only got to stay 5 hours or so. I could spend the full the day and then some again when I go back, but my main goal is to get there and go to the first launch of the SLS. And after that the first mission to set boots on Mars again. Lucky I have family in Port St. Lucie. I think I'm gonna make going to launches my thing.
Would love to see the first launch of the SLS myself - however I'm guessing they'll be extra cautious for the first few launch attempts and scrub launches if everything is not perfect (weather, recovery zone etc) - I wish I lived closer to Cape Canaveral so that I could witness launches on a regular basis - however, since I'm based in Ireland it takes a certain amount of planning and good luck to visit KSC at the right time and have a launch go as scheduled. That said, I've visited four times now and witnessed 3 launches (STS-122, MAVEN launched atop a Falcon V, and a government based satellite launch) - so thats a pretty good strike rate :)
Beautiful video! I paid Atlantis a visit in Oct 2014. The second the curtain went up and there she was I was so moved I nearly cried. Thanks for uploading this.
Thanks Sandra - glad you liked it. Yeah, they did a good job with the presentation and the reveal. Even though you know exactly what you're going to see it still sends shivers up the spine when you actually do get to see it close up! I was also lucky enough to see Atlantis launch a few years back as part of STS-122 (the video of which you can also find elsewhere on my channel)
***** Wow! Thank you for your reply. I shall take a look at that video. The Orion launch was fantastic today, so glad the second attempt went without a hitch & I hope the Orion programme will inspire people once again the way that Apollo once did.
Indeed, I was born a few years after the Apollo missions ended so in a way I missed out on all that. So Orion is my Apollo! Exciting times ahead. Hoping they'll make it to Mars in my lifetime!
***** My Apollo also, I can't wait.
Great music score for this! Fantastic theme and brilliantly recorded. It gave me chills when I saw it for the first time.
was there 2 days agi, i still get goosebumps seeing this.
I just left...and I cried. 11/10 would do again, and again and again....
I still cry every time I watch this video
Was there at KSC when they moved Atlantis down the road to the visitors center before this exhibit was fully built (they gave out commemorative coins when we entered) and it was a great photo op as well. Couple years later I came down to Florida again to see her but this reveal was more than I expected and is something I will never forget. Been back 3 times. If you ever go to KSC take the Special Access bus tour. They get you closer to a lot of stuff and you get off the bus a few times. It's another 25 bucks or so but well worth it! Thanks NASA for not just being amazing with science, our advancement and technology but with your generosity towards visitors too!!
Do you have any extra coins?
So far the best experience of my life.
spent a week in Orlando... made the drive KSC today... this was the coolest thing I have ever seen.. the presentation of Atlantis is amazing!!
That video and the awe inspiring reveal of Space Shuttle Atlantis was enough to make a 31 year man cry as always wanted to see a Space Shuttle up close since I never saw one launch but in March 2019 I finally got to see Atlantis up close and in person and it was one of the best days of my life the KSC visitor complex(once it reopens) is absolute must see to anyone visiting Florida
I was there too in 2018.it's fantastic exhibition.
Not only a great video tribute to the shuttlecraft and crew but to the thousands of people involved in this massive project. Pay a visit to the KSC visitor complex if you are somewhere off the east coast.. you wont be disappointed.
just went there today, my friend cried. great video, and definitely the best part of the trip!
Glad you liked it Tommy. They did a great job with the presentation....
This time 2 weeks ago I was there, took my breathe away, great video, watch it over and over again
The music leading up to and at the reveal still makes me want to stand up and cheer. What an absolutely incredible way to present Atlantis. To the people who conceived and built this exhibit, BRAVO! BELLISSIMO!
Absolutely - they did a great job.
The whole exhibit is amazing but the music... wow! Someone knows who's the composser?
I was there this past weekend. The reveal of Atlantis was incredible! My girlfriend and I were both in awe and we teared up.
I have seen this exhibit at least 3 times. I have cried 3 times. I expect that I will always tear up when I go through the shuttle experience.
We went there in April 2023. Absolutely stunning experience, we were lucky to be in the front row. Will never forget this moment
Great Video. The exhibit was, no doubt, the best part of my trip. The reveal is like contemplating a piece of art. This video allow us to see this beautiful moment again. Thank you !
I am *so* going back there!
Someone in the audience is peeling onions while this plays.
Amazing..
Awesome video. I was there about 4 yrs. ago. I saw Atlantis in the hanger on a tour. That's s great camera you have.
Thanks. Personally I was a little disappointed when I reviewed the video back - although the quality is fine, since I'm from Europe my camera settings default to PAL (50fps) whilst the presentation was presumably recorded in NTSC (60fps) hence the shimmering and banding that can be seen in the video (its more pronounced in some areas than others). If I get a chance to go back I'll definitely remember to record in NTSC :)
I've always known I wanted to be an aerospace engineer, but when I saw this at the KSC a few months ago, it just confirmed that I was in the right field. Thank you for helping me relive the goosebumps and excited tears.
Whenever i visit this exhibit i always cry. Its amazing what us humans have achieved. First from land, then to the stars, space exploration will never end in my heart.
When i went there, i just awed and my body got chills and goosebumps.
Thank you.... excellent... was there 1yr ago and thought the exhibit was 5-stars. I have seen the ENTERPRISE also, and hope to see DISCOVERY in December. This makes me tear up also... I was in Titusville the morning she landed and ended the Space Shuttle Era. Very very special. I am putting it in my favorites.
After reading these comments I'm glad I'm not the only one that lost the attempt to hold back tears
I was there today and I almost cried with that reveal. A-ma-zing!
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for sharing this! When I saw this myself in May, I was so mindblowing impressed... the spaceship of my childhood right in front of me! This moment, when the screen-gate opens and the animated "first idea paperplane" becomes the real Atlantis.... Thank you that I can watch it now again.... and again.... and again :) Regards from Germany! Chris
Hi Chris - glad you liked the video!
Thanks Shane the video is great. My family and I visited there from Australia in September of 2015 and I could not hold back the tears but I made sure nobody saw them :) They really know how to pull the heart strings.
So beautiful
omg i cant stop smiling everytime i see the end. X)
Good job. It's kind of hard to get a full shot w/ all the people in front but nice video none the less. And the reveal will take your breath away. Worth the price of admission by itself !!
Thanks a lot - and yeah, you're right - the 'reveal' is very well done. I was visiting KSC on a day when there was a rocket launch (which I was also fortunate to witness) so there was a pretty decent crowd - and the reaction when Atlantis was finally revealed is great - even though people know what they're going to see. Coincidentally, the one and only shuttle launch I was fortunate enough to see in person also happened to be Atlantis! From a technical perspective, my only issue is that I captured the video using a european (PAL - 50hz) camcorder - hence the flickering/banding because it was shot in 60hz NTSC - if only I'd realised beforehand I could've changed the settings. But its still pretty watchable.... Thanks again - glad you liked the video and took the time to comment.
I was there Today, And i was GASPING when they reveal Atlantis
You flew well Atlantis : )
Thanks for sharing. I was complaining about going to both the presentations and not just seeing Atlantis but boy.. did I put my foot in my mouth. I couldn't speak after. I showed this to my parents and Grandparents since they weren't with me. Thanks again!
Great video! Going to KSC and seeing a Space Shuttle was a promise to my younger self. Finally got the opportunity last year. Fantastic display, and once in a lifetime experience! The ship has its flaws, but it captured the imagination of a young boy like nothing else...
that was powerful. i hope someday i will get to see it in person
I work on the Space Program. When I saw this show, and Atlantis was revealed, if you had had your eyes closed, you would think you’d be hearing the crowd scream for the Beatles on the Ed Sullivan show or cheer at seeing the real Starship Enterprise and Captain Kirk show up at Comic Con. I felt no different, other than hyperventilate and not be able to walk for 5 minutes (in a good way). 😁 🚀 👍
Great Reveal!!!! Wonderful Atlantis will love to show herself off to the People who made it possible.
Gave me chills when I saw it, wish I knew who composed the score, would love the music!
CessnaPilot1B9 The media presentation was created by Mousetrappe (www.mousetrappe.com) and the audio was designed for them by Jon Baker Productions (jonbakerproductions.com/2013/06/nasa-shuttle-atlantis-exhibit-kennedy-space-center/)
Truly amazing, glad to see I wasn't the only one who had tears in their eyes.
I went to this and saw it it was so dramatic , but God bless america
We were there 2 weeks ago and this was amazing!!!
One thing is for sure, Americans know how to put on a show like no one else
They really know how to present their stuff at NASA. Even as a tourist you feel the urge to swing an American flag after one day at the Space Center...
Thanks for the amazing footage Shane. Going here for the first time in late August and can't wait to see this beauty.
Thanks - glad you liked it - hope it hasn't spoiled your upcoming visit too much, since you now know what to expect - it's still awesome to be standing a few meters from the 'real deal' though - and that's something you can only truly experience in person :)
Didn't spoil my trip at all! I've been looking at all the tour videos I can to see what to expect!
Saw it for the first time last week! My jaw dropped. What a beautiful reveal ❤️
I bawled. Straight up.
Awesome!!!! we were there and it is really impressive, thanks for sharing
In November, I got to go to the KSC Visitor Complex. This is one of the places I went to. It was amazing to see the space shuttle close up (even though ive already seen it close up) Its truly amazing that NASA can preserve such a magnificent flying machine, just like they did with the Saturn V, and most other rockets. Seeing the show again was amazing. Thank you so much for posting this
Good Video, but I feel you should edit out the manner in which the shuttle is unveiled to visitors at the end of the video.
I made the trip to the KSCVC on the Cape annually from 2009 through 2017, and was there in 2012 for the Rollover...
OMG OMG OMG OMG BEST VIDIO EVERRRR! I REMEMBER WHEN I WAS THARE THIS SUMMER! YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! #ATLANTIS RULES!
Such a wonderful reveal
That was the best reveal ever
Okay, that's really neat!
I can’t believe my eyes
i have this see in orlando , amazing :)
I saw Discovery at the Smithsonian, but this looks like a much cooler exhibit. I might need to take a trip here :)
That moment when you realise it's not part of the movie, it's the real shuttle . . that there is magic.
I wasnt prepared for when they showed it, i remember when i went there and i just froze in fright of the massive feat of enginering infront of me
진짜 박수가 절로나온다... 다시봐도 뭉클!
There is a bright ball coming from Earth when the shuttle is revealed
Going there tomorrow, the reveal made Mommy feel emotional, but in a good way. Going there after I need a break from too much time at Planet Play, and then we will try to go to Heroes and Legends, I'm super excited to do the ISS and watch the movie and reveal of Space Shuttle Atlantis there tomorrow!
Wowwwww
We went here for my birthday 2022 (April 30)
Does anyone know if this musical score is available for purchase at the Visitor Center at the Kennedy Space Center?
I cried too
I went there earlier this year, and the background music (the song that plays as the veil of atlantis is lifted) is striking to me. Can someone please tell me what it is called? That would be much appreciated.
+Cheezy Cheezemister The media presentation was created by Mousetrappe (www.mousetrappe.com) and the audio was designed for them by Jon Baker Productions (jonbakerproductions.com/2013/06/nasa-shuttle-atlantis-exhibit-kennedy-space-center/)
+Shane Kelly thank you!!
Thank you for uploading this video. I visited there last year. Can you accept to link your video on my blog site? It great help!
HI Banjo R - glad you liked it - of course you can link to it if you wish.
***** Thank you.
I was able to view the launch for Atlantis' final run, but this exhibit is on my bucket list next Fla trip...(maybe Artemis, or sooner!) Question: did Atlantis have two manipulator arms all along (?) or was that somehow added later for the display?🇺🇸🙂
I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw this in real life !
I seen that show.
Beautiful ship and display and at its proper home location as it should be. I wish endeavor or discovery would be displayed at mission control in Houston’s LB Johnson Space Center instead of Virginia or California.
Houston has the SCA with a shuttle mockup...Independence Plaza, I think?
What’s the name of the soundtrack ?