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Shuttle Operations

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STS-125/Atlantis
Target Launch Date: October 10
Target Launch Time: 12:43 a.m. EDT

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Features

Heavy Lifting

The space shuttle Atlantis is lifted inside the Vehicle Assembly Building.

Lifting the space shuttle requires calm precision.

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Catching a Ride to Destiny

Astrovan continues to carry shuttle crews, history and tradition.

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What Makes a Launch Director (Part Two)

Launch Director Mike Leinbach greets STS-124 Commander Mark Kelly.

Away from the Firing Room, the Shuttle Launch Director represents the men and women who help put people in space.

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NASA's Orbiter Fleet

Learn about each shuttle's unique achievements and history.
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NASA's Shuttle and Rocket Missions

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Space Shuttle Archives
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Space Shuttle Reference Manual

In depth technical guide to Space Shuttle equipment and operations last revised in 1988.
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Behind the Scenes

How Things Work

In these videos we'll showcase the creativity and dedication that allow the challenges of space flight to become some of our greatest achievements.
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