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Endeavour on Shuttle Carrier Aircraft, March 27, 1997. Creator: NASA
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Endeavour on Shuttle Carrier Aircraft, March 27, 1997. Creator: NASA
Endeavour on Shuttle Carrier Aircraft, March 27, 1997. The Space Shuttle orbiter Endeavour passes over Kennedy Space Centers Shuttle Landing Facility atop NASAs Boeing 747 Shuttle carrier Aircraft (SCA) as it returns from Palmdale, California, after an eight-month Orbiter Maintenance Down Period (OMDP). Nearly 100 modifications were made to Endeavour during that time period, including some that were directly associated with work required to support International Space Station (ISS) operations. The most extensive of the modifications was the installation of an external airlock to allow the orbiter to dock with the Station. Other modifications included upgrades to Endeavours power supply system, general purpose computers and thermal protection system, along with the installation of new light-weight commander and pilot seats and other weight-saving modifications
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This print captures the iconic moment when the Space Shuttle orbiter Endeavour gracefully soars over Kennedy Space Center's Shuttle Landing Facility atop NASA's Boeing 747 Shuttle Carrier Aircraft (SCA). Taken on March 27,1997, this image marks the end of an eight-month Orbiter Maintenance Down Period (OMDP) in Palmdale, California. During this extensive maintenance period, nearly 100 modifications were made to Endeavour. These enhancements were crucial for supporting International Space Station (ISS) operations. The most significant modification involved installing an external airlock that would enable docking with the ISS. Additionally, upgrades were made to Endeavour's power supply system, general purpose computers, and thermal protection system. Weight-saving modifications included new lightweight commander and pilot seats. The sight of Endeavour majestically perched atop the Boeing 747 SCA symbolizes a remarkable era of space exploration and technological advancement in America during the late twentieth century. This image showcases not only the immense size and capability of these aerospace marvels but also represents a testament to human ingenuity and determination. As we gaze upon this photograph today, it serves as a reminder of our nation's rich history in space travel and exploration. It is a tribute to NASA's unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries and venturing into uncharted territories for scientific discovery. Let us cherish this snapshot from our past as we continue striving towards new frontiers in space exploration for future generations.
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