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NASA's Image and Video Library is one of the most comprehensive public archives of space imagery in the world, containing over 140,000 images, videos, and audio recordings spanning more than six decades of space exploration. From the earliest Mercury and Gemini missions through the Apollo Moon landings, the Space Shuttle era, and today's cutting-edge observations from the James Webb Space Telescope, this collection documents humanity's journey into the cosmos.

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Use the search bar above to find specific subjects — try queries like "Apollo 11," "Hubble Deep Field," "Mars surface," or "astronaut EVA." You can also filter by media type (image, video, or audio). For a daily curated experience, visit the Astronomy Picture of the Day.

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NASA image: ARC-1986-AC86-8016-7
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Jul 15, 1986

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Ames National Full-Scale Aerodynamic Complex - NFAC; 80x120ft Wind Tunnel, drive fans during reconstruction process

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NASA image: AC-27149-A. General Aerodynamic Characteristics of a Research Model with High Disk Loading Direct Lifting Fan Mounted in Fuselage.
Image
Oct 26, 1960

AC-27149-A. General Aerodynamic Characteristics of a Research Model with High Disk Loading Direct Lifting Fan Mounted in Fuselage.

3/4 Low front view of fuselage and fan. Showing jet engine hanging below. Lift fan powered by jet exhaust.

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NASA image: ECN-33298-03
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Dec 19, 1985

ECN-33298-03

This image shows a plastic 1/48-scale model of an F-18 aircraft inside the "Water Tunnel" more formally known as the...

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NASA image: ARC-2002-ACD02-0056-26
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Mar 20, 2002

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VSHAIP test in 7x10ft#1 W.T. (multiple model configruations) V-22 helicopter shipboard aerodynamic interaction...

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NASA image: ARC-1966-A-39238
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Nov 15, 1966

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Aerodynamic Characteristics of Rotary Entry Vehicle configuration REV-1 model schlieren Testing being done at the...

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NASA image: ARC-2002-ACD02-0056-24
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Mar 20, 2002

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VSHAIP test in 7x10ft#1 W.T. (multiple model configruations) V-22 helicopter shipboard aerodynamic interaction...

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NASA image: ARC-2002-ACD02-0056-23
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Mar 20, 2002

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VSHAIP test in 7x10ft#1 W.T. (multiple model configruations) V-22 helicopter shipboard aerodynamic interaction...

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NASA image: ARC-2002-ACD02-0056-18
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Mar 20, 2002

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VSHAIP test in 7x10ft#1 W.T. (multiple model configruations) V-22 helicopter shipboard aerodynamic interaction...

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NASA image: ARC-2002-ACD02-0056-06
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Mar 20, 2002

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VSHAIP test in 7x10ft#1 W.T. (multiple model configruations) V-22 helicopter shipboard aerodynamic interaction...

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NASA image: ARC-2002-ACD02-0056-07
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Mar 20, 2002

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VSHAIP test in 7x10ft#1 W.T. (multiple model configruations) V-22 helicopter shipboard aerodynamic interaction...

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NASA image: ARC-2005-ACD09-0007-007
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Sep 20, 2005

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Overview of the light gas gun in the Ames Hypersonic Free Flgiht Aerodynamic Facility (HFFAF) with Don Bowling (l),...

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NASA image: ARC-2002-ACD02-0056-21
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Mar 20, 2002

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VSHAIP test in 7x10ft#1 W.T. (multiple model configruations) V-22 helicopter shipboard aerodynamic interaction...

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NASA image: Four Engine Jet Transport Model.
Image
Nov 23, 1959

Four Engine Jet Transport Model.

Effects of thrust reversers on the aerodynamics characteristics of a four-engine jet transport model. 1/4 front view...

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NASA image: ARC-2002-ACD02-0056-25
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Mar 20, 2002

ARC-2002-ACD02-0056-25

VSHAIP test in 7x10ft#1 W.T. (multiple model configruations) V-22 helicopter shipboard aerodynamic interaction...

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NASA image: ARC-2002-ACD02-0056-04
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Mar 20, 2002

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VSHAIP test in 7x10ft#1 W.T. (multiple model configruations) V-22 helicopter shipboard aerodynamic interaction...

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NASA image: ED07-0042-05
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Mar 6, 2007

ED07-0042-05

The effect of the underbelly UAVSAR pod on the aerodynamics of NASA's Gulfstream-III research aircraft was evaluated...

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NASA image: ARC-2002-ACD02-0056-05
Image
Mar 20, 2002

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VSHAIP test in 7x10ft#1 W.T. (multiple model configruations) V-22 helicopter shipboard aerodynamic interaction...

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NASA image: ARC-2002-ACD02-0056-11
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Mar 20, 2002

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VSHAIP test in 7x10ft#1 W.T. (multiple model configruations) V-22 helicopter shipboard aerodynamic interaction...

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NASA image: ARC-2002-ACD02-0056-10
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Mar 20, 2002

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VSHAIP test in 7x10ft#1 W.T. (multiple model configruations) V-22 helicopter shipboard aerodynamic interaction...

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NASA image: ED07-0027-56
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Feb 26, 2007

ED07-0027-56

A half-dozen test flights in early 2007 evaluated the aerodynamic effect of the UAVSAR pod on the performance of...

AFRC
NASA image: ARC-1978-AC71-2763
Image
Feb 1, 1978

ARC-1978-AC71-2763

Dr. Paul Kutler, Computational Fluid Dynamics, at IBM terminal - developing ways to better predict the flow of air...

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NASA image: ARC-1991-AC91-0121-15
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Mar 1, 1991

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NASA Ames Research Center interaction with environment. The 40x80ft. W.T. and the Numerical Aerodynamic Simulation...

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NASA image: ARC-2010-ACD10-0053-001
Image
Mar 29, 2010

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National Full Scale Aerodynamic Complex (NFAC) located at the NASA Ames Research Center 80x20ft. wind tunnel...

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NASA image: ARC-1967-AC-38286-2
Image
Feb 6, 1967

ARC-1967-AC-38286-2

Aerial Survey of Ames Research Center centered on the Unitary Plan Wind Tunnel Complex and High Speed Aerodynamic...

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Frequently Asked Questions About NASA Images

Are NASA images free to use?+
Yes, most NASA images are in the public domain and are free to use for educational, informational, and personal purposes. NASA's media usage guidelines state that NASA material is not copyrighted unless otherwise noted. However, the NASA logo and certain insignia are protected. Some images may include identifiable individuals or third-party content that requires additional permissions. Always check the specific image's usage rights and credit NASA as the source.
How many images does NASA have?+
NASA's Image and Video Library contains over 140,000 publicly accessible images, videos, and audio files spanning the agency's entire history, from the Mercury program of the 1960s to the latest James Webb Space Telescope discoveries. The collection grows daily as new missions capture imagery and archival materials are digitized. Individual mission archives, such as Mars rover photos, contain hundreds of thousands of additional images.
Can I download NASA images?+
Yes, you can download NASA images in multiple resolutions directly from this gallery. Each image detail page provides download links for original (full resolution), large (1920px), medium (960px), small (480px), and thumbnail sizes. NASA encourages the public to use these images for education, media, and personal projects. High-resolution originals are ideal for printing and professional use.

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