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Witness a Simulated Rocket Launch Test at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

    Experience rocket test fire simulation at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
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    BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – When witnessing a rocket launch on Florida’s Space Coast, spectators need to keep a safe distance.

    Now, a one-of-a-kind experience at the Kennedy Space Center allows guests to feel the rocket rumble up close as if they were on a launch pad.

    Included on the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex bus tour, the Gantry at LC-39 offers a unique blend of history, nature, and space exploration

    Situated only 1.5 miles from the historic Launch Complex 39A and 2.25 miles from Launch Complex 39B, which hosts NASA’s Artemis missions, this attraction features outdoor play zones, historic artifacts, and an engaging Earth Information Center.

    A standout feature of the visit is a fictional simulation of a static test fire. Attendees join a NASA engineer and an AI assistant named Sōl, gearing up for the countdown. Once the countdown reaches zero, guests can safely stand beneath the engine as it bursts with sound, light, and cooling mist, simulating the excitement of an actual rocket engine test.

    Inside the gantry, visitors have the opportunity to explore four floors of interactive exhibits, crafted to enhance their understanding of NASA’s mission to safeguard Earth through the exploration of space.

    With 360-degree views of the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge and active launch pads at Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, guests will feel closer than ever to the future of space travel.

    Key features of The Gantry at LC-39 will include:

    • Earth Information Center (EIC): A dynamic data hub featuring an immersive theater show, captivating hyperwall display, and an interactive exhibit gallery, providing a holistic view of how the planet is changing in ways that affect all life on Earth.

    • Rocket Build Interactive: Guests can design and virtually launch rockets, experiencing the thrill of space flight from a launch site within view of Kennedy Space Center’s working space ports.

    • Launch Viewing Area: A prime location to view real rocket launches, complete with a large LED screen that loops media content to enhance the experience.

    • Interactive Exhibits: Educational activities, including gamified experiences where visitors can explore Launch Complexes 39A, 39B, 41, 40, and 37, using binoculars and informational graphics.

    • Test Fire Simulation: A thrilling experience where guests of all ages can stand under an impressive, full-scale rocket engine as it simulates a static fire test, feeling the power and excitement of a rocket’s ignition. A roar of sound, light and cooling mist create a visceral thrill.

    • Shaded Courtyard with Animal Play Sculptures: Climbable sculptures of sea turtles, alligators, and an eagle nest, as well as interpretive graphics, tell the story of Kennedy Space Center’s home within the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. In the center, an artifact from a retired Mobile Launch Platform connects guests to the historic launch pads nearby.

    • Outdoor Dining Area: A comfortable, shaded space for guests to relax and enjoy self-service dining adjacent to the Crawlerway as well as a Crawler-Transporter tread artifact.

    The Gantry at LC-39 is included in admission and is accessible only by the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour.

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