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Endeavour shuttle launch, mission STS-126
Endeavour shuttle launch, mission STS-126. Space Shuttle Endeavour launching from launch pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center, Florida, USA. The purpose of this mission, referred to as ULF2, was to deliver equipment and supplies to the International Space Station (ISS), to service the Solar Alpha Rotary Joints (SARJ), and repair the problem in the starboard SARJ that had limited its use since the STS-120 mission. Photographed on 14th November 2008
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This print captures the awe-inspiring moment of the Endeavour shuttle launch, mission STS-126. Against a backdrop of clear blue skies and billowing clouds, Space Shuttle Endeavour majestically ascends from launch pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, USA. The year was 2008, and this crucial mission aimed to deliver vital equipment and supplies to the International Space Station (ISS), as well as service and repair the Solar Alpha Rotary Joints (SARJ). The image showcases the sheer power and technological marvel of space exploration in the 21st century. As flames engulf its base, creating a plume of smoke that blends with fluffy white clouds above, Endeavour propels forward into space with determination. The exhaust gases leave a trail behind it, marking its path towards new frontiers. This photograph not only encapsulates human ingenuity but also symbolizes our relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond Earth's boundaries. It serves as a reminder of mankind's ability to overcome challenges and push boundaries through crewed spaceflight. Science Photo Library has beautifully captured this historic moment in time – an emblematic representation of scientific progress that continues to inspire generations worldwide.
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