VIRGINIA SPACE FLIGHT ACADEMY

WALLOPS IS, VA

IMG_1951.HEIC Virginal Welcome Center, on Delmarva peninsula
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The Virginia Space Flight Academy (VSFA) is a non-profit organization located in Wallops Island, Virginia. It was established in 2002 to promote the advancement of space exploration, technology and education. The VSFA is dedicated to providing hands-on educational opportunities to both students and adults in the fields of aerospace engineering, space science, robotics, and more.

The VSFA operates out of the Wallops Flight Facility, located on the eastern shore of Virginia, which is home to the NASA Wallops Flight Center and the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport. The VSFA provides a wide range of educational and research opportunities, from aerospace engineering to space robotics.

The VSFA offers a number of programs, including a semester-long program for high school students and a summer program for middle school students. These programs are designed to provide students with an opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in the fields of aerospace engineering, space science, and robotics. In addition, the VSFA offers a variety of workshops and seminars that allow students to explore their interests in these fields. The VSFA also hosts an annual Space Day event, which provides an opportunity for students to interact with space professionals, view rockets and spacecraft, and engage in interactive activities.

The VSFA also provides resources and support to the Virginia Space Grant Consortium, a consortium of universities and organizations that provide research and educational activities related to space exploration. The VSFA also supports a number of research projects, including the development of new propulsion systems and the exploration of exoplanets.

The VSFA is committed to educating the public about the importance of space exploration and the advancement of space technology. Through its programs and events, the VSFA strives to foster a community of space enthusiasts and to inspire the next generation of space explorers.

VIRGINIA SPACE FLIGHT ACADEMY is a Science & Technology Museums & Planetarium in WALLOPS IS VA. US MID #8405100921

The museum is classed as SCI (Science & Technology Museums & Planetariums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 160,369 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

IMG_1951.HEIC Virginal Welcome Center, on Delmarva peninsula
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Eastern Shore Railway Museum The Eastern Shore Railway Museum is located in Parksley, Virginia. The museum includes the restored Hopeton, Virginia, station and several railroad cars. A 1950 Pullman lightweight sleeping car used by the Richmond, Fredericksburg and Potomac Railroad. It was used on the New York City to Florida route until 1966. The car had 14 roomettes and two drawing rooms. The porter's seat.
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Eastern Shore Railway Museum The Eastern Shore Railway Museum is located in Parksley, Virginia. The museum includes the restored Hopeton, Virginia, station and several railroad cars. A 1950 Pullman lightweight sleeping car used by the Richmond, Fredericksburg and Potomac Railroad. It was used on the New York City to Florida route until 1966. The car had 14 roomettes and two drawing rooms. A roomette made into a bed.

Contact VIRGINIA SPACE FLIGHT ACADEMY

VIRGINIA SPACE FLIGHT ACADEMY
PO BOX 188
WALLOPS IS
VA
23337-0188

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MID # 8405100921
Name VIRGINIA SPACE FLIGHT ACADEMY
Alternate Name VIRGINIA SPACE FLIGHT ACADEMY
Classification Science & Technology Museums & Planetariums, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 542040355
NTEECC A57
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 160,369
REVENUE 160,369
LAT/LONG 37.934218, -75.486108
CODES FIPS State Code: 51
FIPS County Code: 001
US Census Tract: 090200
US Census Block: 2195