Planes, Cranes and Rockets

At the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, more than 70,000 artifacts, including the iconic Wright Flyer and the Apollo 11 capsule, await preservation. A dedicated team faces their most daunting task yet: relocating all items from the deteriorating Paul E. Garber Facility in Maryland to the Steven Udvar-Hazy Center in Virginia. The stakes are high as they ensure the safe transport of everything, from a colossal F100 supersonic fighter jet to delicate toys. Their meticulous efforts highlight the passion and commitment behind safeguarding aviation history for future generations.