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Space Shuttle Endeavour inside the Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy Space Center
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Space Shuttle Endeavour inside the Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy Space Center
September 19, 2008 - Shortly before midnight, space shuttle Endeavour leaves the Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center, traveling at less than 1 mph atop a massive crawler-transporter for the 4.2-mile journey to Launch Pad 39B. For the first time since July 2001, two shuttles are on the launch pads at the same time at the center. Endeavour will stand by in the unlikely event that a rescue mission is necessary during space shuttle Atlantis upcoming mission to repair the Hubble Space Telescope. After Endeavour is cleared from its duty as a rescue spacecraft, it will be moved to Launch Pad 39A for the STS-126 mission to the International Space Station
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This print captures the awe-inspiring sight of the Space Shuttle Endeavour inside the iconic Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy Space Center. Taken on September 19,2008, just before midnight, this historic moment marked a significant milestone in space exploration. In this image, we witness Endeavour slowly leaving the Vehicle Assembly Building atop a massive crawler-transporter for its journey to Launch Pad 39B. This event was particularly remarkable as it was the first time since July 2001 that two shuttles were simultaneously present on launch pads at Kennedy Space Center. Endeavour's purpose during this time was to serve as a rescue spacecraft in case any unforeseen circumstances arose during space shuttle Atlantis' upcoming mission to repair the Hubble Space Telescope. Once cleared from its duty as a rescue vehicle, Endeavour would be relocated to Launch Pad 39A for its own mission - STS-126 - which aimed to deliver essential supplies and equipment to the International Space Station. The low angle view of this photograph emphasizes the sheer size and complexity of both Endeavour and its surroundings within the Vehicle Assembly Building. The absence of people adds an air of mystery and highlights how these incredible feats are achieved through meticulous maintenance and engineering prowess. This stunning image is not only a testament to human ingenuity but also serves as a reminder of NASA's commitment to pushing boundaries and exploring new frontiers in our vast universe.
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