Space Shuttle Discovery Collection

Space shuttle launching

Space shuttle Endeavor

STS-121 landing, Kennedy Space Center, Florida, USA, July 17, 2006. Creator: NASA
STS-121 landing, Kennedy Space Center, Florida, USA, July 17, 2006. Space Shuttle Discoverys STS-121 mission touching down

STS-56 Landing, Florida, USA, 1993. Creator: NASA
STS-56 Landing, Florida, USA, 1993. A four-million-mile journey draws to a flawless ending as the orbiter Discovery lands at Kennedy Space Centers Shuttle Landing Facility, Runway 33

STS-53 lands at Edwards Air Force Base, USA, December 9, 1992. Creator: NASA
STS-53 lands at Edwards Air Force Base, USA, December 9, 1992. The drag chute on the space shuttle Discovery is partially deployed during landing on Runway 22

Discovery seen from Mir, 1998. Creator: NASA
Discovery seen from Mir, 1998. Rendezvous and approach of the Orbiter Discovery to the Mir Russian Space Station. Visible in the payload bay is the Spacehab module and Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer

STS-92 touching down, Edwards Air Force Base, California, USA, October 24, 2000. The main landing gear on the Space Shuttle Discovery is just about to touch down in the Mojave Desert to mark mission

STS-95 Landing, Florida, USA, 1998. Creator: NASA
STS-95 Landing, Florida, USA, 1998. Orbiter Discovery is riding on its main landing gear as it lowers its nose wheel after touching down on Runway 33 at the Shuttle Landing Facility

STS-91 landing, Florida, USA, June 12, 1998. Creator: NASA
STS-91 landing, Florida, USA, June 12, 1998. The Space Shuttle Discoverys STS-91 mission landing at the Kennedy Space Center

STS-31 on approach, Edwards Air Force Base, USA, April 29, 1990. Creator: NASA
STS-31 on approach, Edwards Air Force Base, USA, April 29, 1990. Low angle view of the Space Shuttle Discovery as it approaches for landing on a concrete runway at Edwards Air Force Base to complete

Deployment of the Hubble Space Telescope, 1990. The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) was put into orbit from the Space Shuttle Discovery, mission STS-31 on 24 April 1990

Drawing of Hubble Telescope, 1980s. Artists impression of the exchange of information via Hubble, Tracking and Data Relay Satellites (TRDS) and ground stations

Polishing the mirror of the Hubble Telescope, 1980s. The Hubble Space Telescope (HST), was designed to see seven times further into space than had been possible before

Space Shuttle Atlantis docked to the Kristall module

Space shuttle launching

Space shuttle Discovery

Space shuttle

Astronaut Fuglesang performing spacewalk. Swedish astronaut Christer Fuglesang participating in the second extravehicular activity (EVA)

International Space Station, 2011

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"Space Shuttle Discovery: A Legacy of Exploration and Innovation" Step aboard the journey through time as we delve into the captivating history of Space Shuttle Discovery. This iconic spacecraft, not to be confused with the company, has left an indelible mark on space exploration. In 1990, STS-31 embarked on a groundbreaking mission, deploying none other than the Hubble Space Telescope. This pivotal moment forever changed our understanding of the cosmos and paved the way for countless scientific discoveries. Throughout its illustrious career, Discovery showcased its prowess in various landings across America's skies. From Kennedy Space Center in Florida to Edwards Air Force Base in California, this majestic shuttle gracefully touched down after missions that pushed boundaries and expanded horizons. One such remarkable feat occurred in 1993 when STS-56 landed safely back home at Kennedy Space Center. The crew's triumphant return marked another successful chapter etched into Discovery's legacy. Mirroring humanity's insatiable curiosity about outer space, even Mir - Russia's orbital outpost - couldn't resist capturing glimpses of Discovery passing by in 1998. These awe-inspiring images serve as a testament to international collaboration and shared dreams of exploring beyond our planet. STS-121 further solidified Discovery's reputation as it soared majestically towards orbit during its launch from Kennedy Space Center. This momentous event symbolized mankind's relentless pursuit of knowledge and advancement. The year 2000 witnessed yet another memorable touchdown at Edwards Air Force Base when STS-92 completed its mission flawlessly. The shuttle once again demonstrated its reliability while returning astronauts safely back to Earth. Discovery continued leaving an indelible mark throughout decades past; from STS-95 landing in Florida during 1998 to STS-91 touching down just weeks later that same year – each mission adding new chapters to this incredible saga of human ingenuity reaching for the stars.