On June 12, cyclist and pilot Bryan Allen pedaled the Gossamer Albatross across the English Channel. The dream of human-powered flight was very publicly realized on that day! The Museum of Flight is home to the Gossamer Albatross II, the backup aircraft for the big day. The Albatross II was used at NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center for testing related to electric motors. Check out this NASA video of the Gossamer Albatross II in flight during a test! Notice anything about the pilot? Check out

The Laysan Albatross has moved to one of our outdoor pools at the International Bird Rescue - SF Bay-Delta Wildlife Center. It is a special treat to get to see a rare patient like this one up close. Video by Cheryl Reynolds | International Bird Rescue