The NASTAR Center

Aerospace Training and Adventure Experiences Made Possible by Travel Advisors:

nastar-intern — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 07:18:49 +0000

Southampton, PA, USA. April 11, 2012– The NASTAR® Center, the premier commercial aerospace training and research center in the world, and Virtuoso®, the leading luxury travel agency network, signed an agreement to make the dream of space-related travel experiences a reality for both public enjoyment and education, and to provide training for actual commercial spaceflight ticketholders. As a Preferred Supplier, the NASTAR Center will provide Virtuoso’s upscale clientele with educational and spaceflight training simulation experiences at its world-renowned aerospace facility just outside of Philadelphia, PA. In exchange, Virtuoso will provide access to its network of over 7,200 elite travel advisors in 20 countries, as well as marketing and travel-related services to promote, distribute, and sell the NASTAR Center programs.

The NASTAR Center offers unique educational and hands-on aerospace adventure experiences that range from Summer Camp programs to FAA approved Commercial Spaceflight Training.
Thus far, the NASTAR Center has trained over 240 people for upcoming commercial spaceflights in its training program, including 115 future Virgin Galactic ‘Astronauts’ and 70 Accredited Space Agents (ASA’s).

Virtuoso is the exclusive sales network throughout the Americas for Virgin Galactic’s suborbital spaceflights. Virtuoso also has the largest network of ASA’s trained to sell Virgin Galactic. The agreement with NASTAR will enable all Virtuoso member agencies, including its ASA’s, to sell the NASTAR Center programs to audiences around the world.

“For the first time, The NASTAR Center is making its programs available through travel agencies,” says Jim Osborne, vice president, air, space and specialty products at Virtuoso. “Virtuoso advisors can now offer a wide range of training options for aerospace enthusiasts of every generation. The appeal to future Virgin Galactic astronauts is a given, but we anticipate individuals and families alike will find NASTAR’s programs an exciting opportunity to enjoy an out-of-this world-experience.”

“Virtuoso has done a remarkable job of delivering unique travel experiences around the world,” said Brienna Henwood, Director of Space Training and Research at NASTAR Center. “We are delighted to formalize our relationship and look forward to bringing new exciting and unique aerospace experiences to Virtuoso’s extensive agency membership and their clientele.”

About Virtuoso:
Virtuoso® is the industry’s leading luxury travel network. This by-invitation-only organization comprises over 330 agencies with more than 7,200 elite travel specialists in 20 countries in North and South America, the Caribbean, Australia and New Zealand, as well as over 1,250 of the world’s best travel providers and premier destinations. The network’s member agencies generate over $9.6 billion annually in travel sales, making the group the most powerful in the luxury travel segment. Their relationships with the finest travel companies provide the network’s affluent clientele with exclusive amenities, rare experiences and privileged access. For more information, visit www.virtuoso.com. To view Virtuoso’s latest videos, go to http://www.youtube.com/user/VirtuosoTraveler.

About NASTAR Center
The National AeroSpace Training And Research (NASTAR®) Center is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Environmental Tectonics Corporation (ETC®) (www.etcusa.com). The NASTAR Center is a state-of-the-art aerospace training, research, and educational facility dedicated in improving the health and safety of humans in extreme conditions. NASTAR Center serves military aviation (fixed and rotary wing), civil aviation (fixed and rotary wing), space travel (government and private) and provides research support for component and human factors testing. For more information about NASTAR Center, visit www.nastarcenter.comor contact Brienna Henwood at Tel: 215-355-9100 x1504 or email bhenwood@nastarcenter.com.

Training for the Future of Spaceflight Starts With Basic Space Training at NASTAR Center

AdNasTARSysT — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 06:54:09 +0000

Southampton, PA, USA. April 2, 2012 – The NASTAR® Center, the premier commercial aerospace training and research center in the world, restructures its most popular space training course with updated material and content to better prepare upcoming commercial spaceflight participants for space. The course prepares prospective spaceflight participants for the acceleration forces, vibrations, sights, sounds, and expectations involved during coming commercial spaceflights.

Basic Space Training is an entry-level, two-day course which provides the core knowledge and skills necessary to introduce space travelers to suborbital spaceflight. Through a combination of academic instruction, hands-on exercises, and realistic simulated space flight exposures, participants will become safe, confident, and capable space passengers.

“Space will soon be accessible to all of mankind for the first time in history,” explains
Brienna Henwood, Director of Space Training and Research at NASTAR Center. “Since most of our 250 space trainees have handled the physical, mental, and emotional impacts of space differently, the NASTAR Center Basic Space Training course is really a must for anyone considering going to space to know what to really expect during flight.”

Participants will receive a mission kit including course book, team photo, certificate of completion, and a personal DVD of their spaceflight experience as well as a NASTAR Center Suborbital Passenger Card and certificate of achievement from NASTAR Center, an FAA Safety Approved Center.

The National AeroSpace Training And Research Center, located just outside Philadelphia, PA, has been in operation since 2007 and was the first training center approved by the Federal Aviation Administration’s Office of Commercial Space Transportation (FAA AST) to provide Commercial Spaceflight Training. Thus far, the NASTAR Center has trained over 240 people for upcoming commercial spaceflights.

For scheduling information and to register for this course, or other NASTAR Center Space Training courses, call 1(866) 482-0933.

New Half-Day “Introduction To Space” Adventure Aids the Future of Space

AdNasTARSysT — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 07:40:57 +0000

Southampton, PA, USA. March 30, 2012 – The NASTAR® Center, the premier commercial aerospace training and research center in the world, debuts a new training course titled “Introduction to Space” designed to educate and engage the public in upcoming commercial spaceflight activities, which will soon provide low-cost, frequent access to space for people everywhere for the first time in history.

Introduction to Space is a half-day course that provides fun, interactive activities and hands-on overviews of space, and culminates in an actual simulated Astronaut spaceflight experience. It is open to individuals 18 and over who are interested in experiencing what it’s like to be a Commercial Astronaut! Participants will receive a mission kit including course book, team photo, certificate of completion, and a personal DVD of their spaceflight experience. Price per person is US $495.

The National AeroSpace Training And Research Center, located just outside Philadelphia, PA, has been in operation since 2007 and was the first training center approved by the Federal Aviation Administration’s Office of Commercial Space Transportation (FAA AST) to provide Commercial Spaceflight Training. Thus far, the NASTAR Center has trained over 240 people for upcoming commercial spaceflights.

“We are excited to now offer this introductory, low-cost course for people everywhere to learn about emerging commercial spaceflight opportunities”, said Brienna Henwood, NASTAR Center’s Director for Space Training and Research. “This course adds to our long-term NASTAR Center Space Training Program objectives to stimulate interest and involvement in the commercial space market and create future technologies and advancements to enable its enduring success.”

For scheduling information and to register for this course, or other NASTAR Center Space Training courses, visit www.nastarcenter.com or call 1(866) 482-0933.

August 12-18, 2012 Virtuoso Travel Mart

nastar-intern — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:39:43 +0000

The NASTAR Center’s Director of Space Training and Research, Brienna Henwood, will be attending the Virtuoso Travel Mart in Las Vegas, Nevada August 12-18, 2012. Please be sure to stop by and ask her about the NASTAR Center’s new space training courses.

April 26-29, 2012 Sea Space Symposium

nastar-intern — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:34:38 +0000

The NASTAR Center’s Director of Space Training and Research, Brienna Henwood, will be attending and presenting at the Sea Space Symposium April 26-29, 2012. Please be sure to stop by and ask her about our new Space Training Programs at the NASTAR Center.

April 25-26, 2012 FAA Center of Excellence Meeting

nastar-intern — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:33:04 +0000

The NASTAR Center’s Director of Space Training and Research, Brienna Henwood, will be attending and presenting at the Federal Aviation Administration’s Center of Excellence Meeting in Tallahassee, Florida April 25-26, 2012. Please be sure to stop by and ask her about our new Space Training Programs at the NASTAR Center.

May 3-4, 2012 PA Association for Gifted Education Conference

nastar-intern — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:29:44 +0000

The NASTAR Center’s Director of Educational Programs, Greg Kennedy, will be attending this state-wide convention with approximately 400 educators. He will be giving a presentation to support the NASTAR Center’s Education Programs

April 17-19, 2012 World Aviation Training Conference and Tradeshow

nastar-intern — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:25:12 +0000

Director of Advanced Pilot Training, Paul Comtois, will be attending the World Aviation Training Conference in Orlando, Florida at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort April 17-19, 2012. Please be sure to stop by and ask him about our Upset Prevention … Continue reading →

Space Payload Specialist Training

nastar-intern — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 10:02:00 +0000

Space Payload Specialist Training

nastar-intern — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:58:56 +0000