Spy Satellite Presentation
September 4 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Satellite Photo Reconnaissance: 1966-1986 — Film Return Systems
Join resident Wesley West on Friday, September 4 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. for a fascinating presentation exploring the history of satellite photo reconnaissance and film return systems used from 1966-1986.
Wesley will share insight into the technology and methods used to capture reconnaissance imagery from space during this important period, including how photographic film was physically returned to Earth for recovery and analysis.
Whether you’re interested in aerospace, Cold War history, photography, or the evolution of satellite technology, this presentation offers a unique look at an extraordinary chapter in technological history.
