Media Information

 
 
 
Collection:
NASA Kennedy Center Media Archive Collection
Description:
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - In the Vehicle Assembly Building, the External Tank (ET) designated to fly on Return to Flight mission STS-114 is moved to the Solid Rocket Boosters for mating. The ET is recently redesigned to meet recommendations of the Columbia Accident Investigation Board before return to flight. Among dozens of changes is a redesigned forward bipod fitting to reduce the risk to the Space Shuttle from falling debris during ascent. Considered a test flight, STS-114 is scheduled to launch during a window extending May 15 to June 3. The Shuttle will carry supplies and equipment to the International Space Station.
Release Date:
02/28/2005
Photo Credit:
NASA or National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Release:
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
John F. Kennedy Space Center
Kennedy Space Center, Florida 32899
facet_what:
Space Shuttle Orbiter
facet_what:
International Space Station (ISS)
facet_what:
Columbia
facet_where:
Florida
facet_where:
Kennedy Space Center (KSC)
facet_when:
02-28-2005
facet_when_year:
2005
Photo Number:
KSC-05PD-0345
UID:
SPD-KSCMA-KSC-05PD-0 345
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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - In the Vehicle Assembly Building, the External Tank (ET…