NASA's Retired DC-8 Jet Finds New Life at Idaho State University for Aviation Training

Pocatello, Idaho United States of America
Contributed significantly to scientific research, particularly air quality data collection
DC-8 will be used for aviation training for future technicians
End of an era in scientific research but new opportunities for ISU students
NASA's DC-8 jet retired and transferred to Idaho State University
NASA's Retired DC-8 Jet Finds New Life at Idaho State University for Aviation Training

NASA's historic DC-8 jet, a flying science laboratory that served the agency for 37 years, made its final journey on May 15, 2024. The plane took off from NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California and landed at Idaho State University (ISU), where it will be used to train future aircraft technicians.

The DC-8 has contributed significantly to scientific research, particularly in the field of air quality data collection. It has flown over major cities like New York City and Chicago, gathering valuable data for scientists and researchers worldwide. The acquisition of the jet from NASA was spearheaded by Ed Foster, a clinical instructor and coordinator with ISU's College of Technology.

The DC-8's retirement marks the end of an era in scientific research but also opens up new opportunities for students at ISU. They will now have hands-on experience working on this one-of-a-kind aircraft, gaining valuable skills and knowledge that will prepare them for successful careers as aircraft technicians.

The DC-8's final flight was a significant event not only for the scientific community but also for the aviation industry. It is a testament to NASA's commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and providing opportunities for future generations of scientists and technicians.



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    • NASA's historic research jet, DC-8, landed at Idaho State University on May 15, 2024.
    • The DC-8 served as NASA's first and largest flying science laboratory for 37 years.
    • ISU students will now have the opportunity to train on this aircraft.
    • The DC-8 has contributed to groundbreaking research in various fields including air quality research.
    • Ed Foster, a clinical instructor and coordinator with the College of Technology, spearheaded the acquisition of the jet from NASA.
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    • ]The DC-8 served as NASA's first and largest flying science laboratory for 37 years.[
    • NASA runs a Student Airborne Research Program where students learn scientific research onboard the DC-8.
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    • NASA’s DC-8 airplane made a low pass over the Bay Area during its final flight.
    • The DC-8 took off from NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California, and will land in Pocatello, Idaho for retirement.
    • NASA’s DC-8 aircraft is being retired and will be used to train future aircraft technicians at Idaho State University.
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    • NASA’s DC-8 aircraft began operations in 1987.
    • Kirsten Boogaard is the deputy project manager of NASA’s DC-8 Airborne Science laboratory since 2020.
    • Nicki Reid authorizes airworthiness for the aircraft and manages communications between scientists and pilots.
    • Carrie Worth is a NASA DC-8 pilot with a background in the US Air Force and UPS.
    • Erin Worth joined NASA Armstrong in 2011, now branch chief of Research Aerodynamics and Propulsion Branch.
    • Wendy Bereda started working on the DC-8 in 1999, now site supervisor for maintenance contract at NASA Armstrong.
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    • The DC-8 has flown to places like Antarctica, Greenland, and Thailand for science missions.
    • ISU students will now have the opportunity to train on this aircraft.
    • NASA runs a Student Airborne Research Program where students learn scientific research onboard the DC-8.
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    • NASA is donating a DC-8 jet to Idaho State University's Aircraft Maintenance Technology Program
    • The DC-8 was used by NASA since 1985 for scientific projects and data collection
    • ISU students will use the DC-8 for hands-on maintenance experience to become aircraft technicians
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    • ]The DC-8 was used by NASA since 1985 for scientific projects and data collection[
    • The DC-8 served as NASA’s first and largest flying science laboratory for 37 years.
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