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What are the 5 space shuttles?
The five space shuttles were named: Columbia, Challenger, Discovery, Atlantis, and Endeavour. These shuttles were part of NASA's Space Shuttle program, with Columbia being the first to launch in 1981 and Endeavour being the last in 1992.
Was there a double space shuttle launch?
No. There has never been a double space shuttle launch. The closest NASA ever came to this was scheduled for May of 1986 when 2 planetary probes were to be launched from shuttles in the same week. However, NASA has had 2 space shuttles out on the launch pads at the same time several times. First in late 1985/early 1986, and the last in 2009.
How many space shuttles are built every year?
As of now, the space shuttle program has been retired and no new shuttles are being built. The last space shuttle was the Space Shuttle Atlantis, which retired in 2011. The focus has shifted towards developing new spacecraft for space exploration.
Is the challenger still an active space shuttle?
No, and the rest of the space shuttles are out of business. The last "run" happened a while ago, and NASA is going to start running a new system. They will be different than shuttles.
Where are space shuttles launched from?
The last Space Shuttle missions flew in 2011. The remaining shuttles themselves are now on display in museums. When they flew, they were launched from Cape Canaveral, on Florida's east coast.
How much does it cost to make redundant space shuttles?
same price our mum charged me last night
How many shuttles have been to space?
There has been a total of 6 space shuttles launched into orbit by two countries, the United States and the former Soviet Union. They are (year of first and last flights) Columbia (1981-2003) Challenger (1983-1986) Discovery (1984-2011) Atlantis (1984-2011) Buran Soviet Space Shuttle (1988, one flight) Endeavour (1992-2011)
How many flights has the Discovery taken to space?
Space Shuttle discovery's last flight on February 24, 2011 was it's 39th flight into space.
Where do the space shuttles get lauched?
The last Space Shuttle missions flew in 2011, so they're no longer launched from anywhere. When they were, it was from the Space Center at Cape Canaveral, Florida.
Will the Shuttle last forever?
The Space Shuttle is already being replaced, and will be retired in 2010.
Which shuttle will fly the last mission?
Space Shuttle Discovery.
Is NASA not sending anymore space shuttles into space?
NASA retired its space shuttle program in 2011. They now rely on commercial partners like SpaceX to transport astronauts and supplies to the International Space Station. NASA is shifting its focus to developing new spacecraft and technologies for deep space exploration.
