NASA - Behind the Scenes

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In Their Own Words: Michael Foale

A veteran of six space flights talks about being an astronaut.
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Tested and Ready

Drill simulates sea rescue of shuttle astronauts.
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Launch Dress Rehearsal

The Discovery astronauts train at Kennedy for the upcoming STS-124 mission.
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In Their Own Words: Julie Payette

Canadian astronaut Julie Payette is interviewed.
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STS-122 Training Completed

Full launch dress rehearsal for the Atlantis astronauts has concluded.
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