Science & Space
Christina Koch to Highlight Space Innovation at Eagles Game
NASA astronaut Christina Koch will promote space exploration and aeronautics innovation at Philadelphia’s Eagles-Rams game on October 4.
What happened
Christina Koch will join fans at the Philadelphia Eagles’ game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, October 4, as part of NASA’s ongoing Inspiration Tour. She will highlight America’s strengths in space exploration and aeronautics innovation. Koch is an engineer and explorer who spent 338 days in space and describes herself as a Philadelphia sports fan.
Why it matters
The appearance brings NASA’s space and aeronautics message to a large sports audience while connecting the agency’s outreach with Koch’s personal Philadelphia ties.
Source: NASA