Sts 125 Collection

A view from inside the flight deck of Space Shuttle Atlantis
May 15, 2009 - Solar panels on the Hubble Space Telescope make for unique window shades in this scene photographed from the flight deck of the Earth-orbiting space shuttle Atlantis

Space Shuttle Atlantis sits ready on the launch pad
Cape Canaveral, Florida, April 18, 2009 a Space shuttle Atlantis on Launch Pad 39A is viewed across the lagoon at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida

A portion of the Hubble Space Telescope locked down in the cargo bay of Space Shuttle
May 14, 2009 - A medium view of a portion of the Hubble Space Telescope, locked down in the cargo bay of the Earth-orbiting Space Shuttle Atlantis

Part of southern California as seen from space
May 13, 2009 - Part of southern California, including the San Diego area, and the border with Mexico can be seen in this STS-125 still photo taken from the Space Shuttle Atlantis as it passed over

Space Shuttle Atlantis lifts off into the sky
Cape Canaveral, Florida, May 11, 2009 a From Launch Pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, space shuttle Atlantis roars into the sky on a column of fire on the STS-125 mission to service

Space Shuttle Atlantis prepares for landing
May 24, 2009 - Space Shuttle Atlantis settles down toward Runway 22 at Edwards Air Force Base as it concludes its historic final servicing mission to the Hubble Space Telescope

An overhead view of Space Shuttle Atlantis atop a modified 747 aircraft
Overhead view of Space Shuttle Atlantis atop a modified 747 airplane as the craft flew over Californias high desert

Space shuttle Atlantis rolls out of Orbiter Processing Facility 1 at Kennedy Space Center
March 23, 2009 - Space shuttle Atlantis rolls out of Orbiter Processing Facility 1 at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida to roll over to the Vehicle Assembly Building

Space Shuttle Atlantis is seen in silhouette against the Sun
May 12, 2009 - Space Shuttle Atlantis is seen in silhouette in the lower right of this solar transit. This image was taken from Florida using a telescope with a sun filter

Space shuttle Atlantis atop the mobile launcher platform sits on the launch pad
April 17, 2009 - Space shuttle Atlantis atop the mobile launcher platform sits on Launch Pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. At left is the Vehicle Assembly Building

Space Shuttle Atlantis lifts off from its launch pad toward Earth orbit
Cape Canaveral, Florida, May 11, 2009 - Space Shuttle Atlantis lifts off from launch pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in to Earth orbit and rendezvous with the Hubble Space Telescope

The Hubble Space Telescope, locked down in the cargo bay of Space Shuttle Atlantis
May 14, 2009 - A wide view of the Hubble Space Telescope, locked down in the cargo bay of the Earth-orbiting Space Shuttle Atlantis

Space Shuttle Atlantis payload bay backdropped by a blue and white Earth
May 19, 2009 - Backdropped by a blue and white Earth, Space Shuttle Atlantis payload bay, vertical stabilizer and orbital maneuvering system (OMS)

Space Shuttle Atlantis and Endeavour sit on their launch pads at Kennedy Space Center
April 18, 2009 - On Launch Pad 39B (left) at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, space shuttle Endeavour stands just a few miles from space shuttle Atlantis on Launch Pad 39A (right)

Hubble Telescope service mission, 2009. Astronauts John Grunsfeld (left) and Andrew Feustel conduct a seven hour spacewalk to refurbish and upgrade the Hubble Space Telescope

Astronaut Mike Massimino looking through the flight deck window of the Space Shuttle. Massimino was part of a crew from Space Shuttle STS-125 mission

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"STS-125: A Journey to the Stars" In this captivating snapshot, Lori Garver, NASA Deputy Administrator, stands proudly alongside the esteemed members of the STS-125 crew. The team's dedication and expertise shine through as they prepare for their groundbreaking mission. Mission Specialist Andrew Feustel showcases a part from the iconic Hubble Space Telescope to a retired astronaut, symbolizing the incredible advancements in space exploration. Their shared enthusiasm is palpable, igniting a sense of wonder and curiosity. Commander Scott Altman and Pilot Gregory Johnson join Mission Specialist Michael Good in completing this extraordinary crew lineup. Together, they embody courage and determination as they embark on their historic journey into outer space. John Grunsfeld observes with awe as fellow crew member Michael Massimino holds up a replaced part from the telescope. This moment captures both the challenges faced during their mission and the triumphs achieved by these remarkable individuals. Mike Massimino takes center stage before the World Premiere of an event that will forever be etched in history books. His words resonate with passion as he shares his experiences with a captivated audience. As dawn breaks over Cape Canaveral, Atlantis roars into space from Launch Pad 39A—a breathtaking sight that signifies humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond our planet's boundaries. Endeavour awaits its turn on Launch Pad 39B—an emblematic image representing endless possibilities awaiting discovery. The payload canister carrying essential equipment for repairing and enhancing Hubble departs Vertical Processing—another crucial step towards unraveling mysteries hidden within our vast universe. Amongst all these moments frozen in time, one photograph stands out—the first group of still images downlinked by STS-125 crewmembers onboard. These visual treasures capture fleeting glimpses into worlds unseen before—a testament to human ingenuity pushing boundaries further than ever imagined. Years later, Astronaut Scott Altman speaks at a celebration honoring Hubble Legacy—an occasion that commemorates the indelible mark left by STS-125.