The Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy program (SOFIA)

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Jan 1997

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Space technology and applications international forum (STAIF - 97). AIP Conference Proceedings, Volume 387, pp. 45-50 (1997).

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Observatories And Site Testing, Space-Based Ultraviolet, Optical, And Infrared Telescopes, Spaceborne And Space Research Instruments, Apparatus, And Components, Interstellar Medium And Nebulae In Milky Way, Star Formation, Origin, Formation, Evolution, Age, And Star Formation

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NASA is developing a mission that would study space in the infrared spectrum. The Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy program (SOFIA) would be a joint effort between NASA and the German Space Agency (DARA). NASA is currently seeking a contractor to modify a Boeing 747 jet to carry a 108-inch optical infrared telescope designed to perform astronomical observations from an altitude of 8 to 9 miles. DARA will award the contract to build the telescope. I propose to discuss the SOFIA observatory, its development and objectives. I will also outline and discuss the benefits of the program to the scientific community.

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