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MAX POWER: NASA's Inaugural Aerospace Expo Ignites America's Future
Publication: NASA
Author: Jessica Taveau
Source published: 09/11/2026, 16:07:10 UTC
Briefing created: 15/11/2026, 01:56:59 UTC
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Briefings
NASA's inaugural MAX POWER expo, held at Kennedy Space Center in November 2026, featured President Donald J. Trump, astronaut Jared Isaacman, and over 500,000 attendees. Key announcements included astronaut recruitment opening Dec. 3, a $1 million student Moon Base challenge, and the unveiling of the X-70 Fractal X-plane. The event culminated in Artemis III crew members preparing for 2027 orbital tests and a 2028 lunar landing mission. A new annual CAPEWEEK expo is scheduled for March 2028.
Key points
- NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman skydived into the MAX POWER expo at Kennedy Space Center on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, during the agency's inaugural event celebrating America's 250th anniversary.
- NASA announced astronaut applications open Dec. 3, 2026, and challenged students to a $1 million competition to design Moon Base solutions, alongside the unveiling of the X-70 Fractal X-plane.
Context
This briefing covers NASA's first major aerospace festival, which served as a culmination of the Inspiration Tour. The event honored the nation's 250th anniversary and featured high-profile guests including President Donald J. Trump and Artemis III crew members preparing for 2027 orbital tests.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to a single snapshot from Nov. 7, 2026, covering the inaugural expo and immediate follow-up announcements. Specific details on the CAPEWEEK expo's initial attendance numbers are not provided, though a footprint of 500,000 is mentioned. Some future dates like the 2028 landing are forecasts rather than confirmed facts.
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