Shuttle
FAST FACTS: Atlantis STS-135 by the Numbers
Space Shuttle Atlantis completed its 33rd and final mission, landing on Runway 15 at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. The flight marked…
Atlantis and Crew Land in Florida, Ending Shuttle Era
Atlantis and crew landed at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center Thursday morning, Ending America’s Space Shuttle program.
Atlantis Liftsoff on Shuttle Programs Final Mission
Atlantis and its four astronauts have left Earth for the final Shuttle mission, which will cap off an amazing 30-year program.
Space Shuttle Endeavour Returns to Earth for Final Time
Shuttle Endeavour and its six-astronaut crew sailed home for the final time, ending a journey of more than 6.5 million miles.
Astronauts Ready to Begin First STS-134 Spacewalk
Preparations are complete for Friday’s spacewalk to swap science experiments and install new parts on the Space Station.
Space Shuttle Endeavour Lifts Off on Historic Final Voyage
Space Shuttle Endeavour lifted off today on its final mission. The flight is commanded by Mark Kelly. His wife, U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords attended the launch.
Museums Across America to House Retired Space Shuttles
NASA has announced that the retiring Space Shuttles will have permanent homes in museums in Florida, Virginia, New York and California.
Tragedy Strikes at Launch Pad 39A
A Space Shuttle technician died after falling from Launch Pad 39A, where Space Shuttle Endeavour is being prepped for launch.
Historic Journey Ends for Shuttle Discovery
Space Shuttle Discovery and the STS-133 crew completed the orbiter’s historic final mission, landing safely at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
Astronaut’s Enjoy LIVE Wakeup Music
Tuesday’s STS-133 wakeup song, “Blue Sky,” was played LIVE from Mission Control by Big Head Todd and the Monsters.