NASA Announces Full Schedule for MAX POWER Aerospace Expo at Kennedy Space Center
NASA’s MAX POWER event will run Nov. 6‑8, featuring the X‑59 supersonic aircraft, Moon Base updates and multiple flyovers by Administrator Jared Isaacman.
Overview of MAX POWER
NASA’s newest aerospace expo, MAX POWER, is set for Friday, Nov. 6 through Sunday, Nov. 8 on and near the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The agency will host a series of public and media events that highlight its latest aircraft, autonomous vehicles, and lunar exploration initiatives.
Public Access and Schedule
Gates open at 9 a.m. EST on Nov. 7 and Nov. 8 for family‑friendly activities. Attendees can meet NASA leadership, astronauts, engineers and scientists across multiple venues, including the UP.Summit Main Stage, the Air Dot Show Main Stage and the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
Key Media Events
Friday, Nov. 6 – 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Media one‑on‑one previews of the weekend’s activities at the NASA Press Site.
Saturday, Nov. 7 – 10 a.m. Nuclear NASA media gaggle at UP.Summit Main Stage, led by Cynthia Simmons, director of the Space Reactors Division.
Saturday, Nov. 7 – 11:30 a.m. Opening air‑show remarks by Deputy Administrator Matt Anderson at the Air Dot Show Main Stage.
Saturday, Nov. 7 – 11:58 a.m. F‑5 flyover featuring NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman during the Air Dot Show.
Saturday, Nov. 7 – 12:45 p.m. “Meet the Astronauts” session with the Artemis III crew—Randy Bresnik, Luca Parmitano, Frank Rubio and backup Bob Hines—on the Air Dot Show Main Stage, followed by a media gaggle.
Saturday, Nov. 7 – 1:31 p.m. MiG‑29 flyover featuring Isaacman.
Saturday, Nov. 7 – 2 p.m. Presentation on NASA’s Roman Space Telescope at the Visitor Complex’s Journey to Mars Theater, with remarks by Julie McEnery, senior project scientist.
Saturday, Nov. 7 – 5 p.m. Moon Base news conference at the Press Site Auditorium. Participants include Administrator Jared Isaacman, Moon Base Program manager Carlos García‑Galán, Associate Administrator for Science Nicky Fox and Acting Director Dayna Ise. The conference will be streamed online.
Sunday, Nov. 8 – 9 a.m. X‑59 media gaggle at the UP.Summit Exhibit Area, featuring Laurie Grindle, director of the Aeronautics Division; Peter Coen, Quesst mission manager; and test pilot Jim “Clue” Less.
Sunday, Nov. 8 – 10 a.m. Student challenge announcement at the Visitor Complex’s Rocket Garden, with Administrator Isaacman and Moon Base manager García‑Galán.
Sunday, Nov. 8 – 11:58 a.m. Second F‑5 flyover featuring Isaacman.
Sunday, Nov. 8 – 12:45 p.m. United States Space Academy presentation by Deputy Administrator Matt Anderson at the UP.Summit Main Stage.
Sunday, Nov. 8 – 12:45 p.m. “Meet the Astronauts” session with SpaceX Crew‑12 members Jessica Meir and Jack Hathaway on the Air Dot Show Main Stage.
Sunday, Nov. 8 – 1:31 p.m. Additional MiG‑29 flyover featuring Isaacman.
Featured Technologies
NASA will display its quiet supersonic X‑59 aircraft, while partner organizations present Moon rovers, spacecraft and other emerging technologies.
Media Participation
Media credentialing is closed; approved outlets must request interviews in advance. Space at the news conference is limited and allocated on a first‑come, first‑served basis, with virtual participation also available. Requests for call details or interviews should be directed to Lauren Low at lauren.e.low@nasa.gov.
MAX POWER offers a snapshot of NASA’s near‑term ambitions, from quieter supersonic flight to the first long‑term lunar outpost.
