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How did the Space Shuttle launch work?

There is a long process to get the Space Shuttle into orbit around the Earth, primarily taking place at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. This video features audio tracks available in over 20 languages ...
Los Angeles Times

Space shuttle Discovery blasts off with crew of 7

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Space shuttle Discovery and its crew of seven rocketed into orbit this evening, setting off on a space station construction mission cut short by launch delays that dragged on ...
Houston Public Media

Space shuttle Discovery is headed to Houston. The Smithsonian and NASA say it may have to be sent in pieces

A memo sent by the Smithsonian said transporting Discovery could swell in price and result in irreparable damage to the space shuttle. On paper, it reads like a riddle: How do you transport a 120-foot ...
Forbes

Space Shuttle Discovery Would Need To Be Dismantled For Planned Move

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Suciu covers trends in the world of aerospace and defense. The Space Shuttle Discovery (OV-103) would need to be cut into ...
Space.com

The Smithsonian might have to cut space shuttle Discovery into pieces to get it to Texas

"You'd be doing irreparable damage." When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. The tug-of-war over space shuttle Discovery is becoming more ...