Space Shuttle
Atlantis Unveiled for Historic Final Flight amidst Stormy Weather
[/caption] The last Space Shuttle in history that will blast off for space was unveiled today at the Kennedy Space…
Space Shuttle Retrospective: Launching our Dreams
From the triumphs to tragedies, this 30-minute documentary of the Space Shuttle Program covers its 30 year history, highlighting the…
A Look Back at the First Ever Space Shuttle Mission
As we await the final launch of a space shuttle, here's a blast from the past: the first ever space…
Counting down to the Last Shuttle; Stormy weather projected
[/caption] The countdown to NASA’s 135th and final shuttle launch began today (July 5) with no technical issues blocking liftoff…
Gallery: Atlantis, the Last Shuttle on the Launchpad
[/caption] It was the ultimate experience for a space enthusiast. Universe Today photographer Michael Deep had the opportunity to get…
Atlantis Crew Jets to Florida on Independence Day for Final Shuttle Blastoff
[/caption] The four astronauts who will fly the Grand Finale of NASA’s space shuttle program arrived at the Florida launch…
First Orion Assembled at Denver, Another Orion Displayed at Kennedy Space Center
[/caption] Assembly of NASA’s first Orion Crew vehicle that could actually launch to space has been accomplished by prime contractor…
The Final Countdown: Fueling the Anticipation
An update on my NASA Tweetup adventure... The launch of the space shuttle Atlantis is just a week away, and…
NASA Sets July 8 for Mandatory Space Shuttle Grand Finale
[/caption] NASA Shuttle managers met today (28 June) and officially set July 8 as the launch date for the Grand…
End of the Shuttle Era: Q & A With Shuttle Launch Director Mike Leinbach
[/caption] CAPE CANAVERAL Fla. – He has been with the shuttle program for the past three decades and has witnessed…