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Space Shuttle missions can only be launched during windows of time which allow the vehicle to reach the orbit required for that particular mission. This is generally calculated to rendezvous with the International Space Station but has also been designed to launch commercial or military satellites or rendezvous with the Hubble Space Telescope for repairs and upgrades.
NASA prefers to launch in the daylight to allow for maximum visibility during ascent to spot any debris impacting the orbiter for further inspection in orbit. Practically speaking, times when weather is calmest is best as it lessens the chance of weather related scrubs.
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When the most recent space shuttle launched?
The final space shuttle launch was on July 8, 2011. The shuttle Atlantis embarked on the STS-135 mission to the International Space Station, marking the end of NASA's Space Shuttle Program.
What is the time line for a space shuttle launch?
A typical timeline for a space shuttle launch includes pre-launch preparations (T-3 hours), astronaut boarding (T-45 minutes), fueling (T-3 hours), final vehicle checks (T-1 hour), and liftoff at T-0. This timeline ensures that all systems are ready and aligned before launch.
How was the space shuttle Columbia different from the rest?
The Space Shuttle Columbia was the very first Space Shuttle that was launch on April 12th 1981 at the Kennedy Space Center. At that time the crew of the first shuttle launch was only two crewmembers (Commnader John Young & Pilot Robert Crippen)
Can the shuttle launch be seen from TampaFl?
Yes, the space shuttle launch can be visible from Tampa, Florida, which is approximately 200 miles away from the Kennedy Space Center where the launches occur. Depending on weather conditions and time of day, observers may be able to see the shuttle launch as a bright streak in the sky.
What is the fastest turnaround time from landing to launch of any space shuttle orbiter?
6 days, from STS-71 landing to STS-70 launch. July 1995. Quickest turn-around of one orbiter from one flight to its next.. Atlantis, 54 days from launch of STS-51J and STS-61B
What time did the space shuttle launch on the 7th feb 2010?
5:07 am
How much time does it take for the space shuttle to reach orbit from launching?
depends where you launch from and where you go
When the most recent space shuttle launched?
The final space shuttle launch was on July 8, 2011. The shuttle Atlantis embarked on the STS-135 mission to the International Space Station, marking the end of NASA's Space Shuttle Program.
What is the time line for a space shuttle launch?
A typical timeline for a space shuttle launch includes pre-launch preparations (T-3 hours), astronaut boarding (T-45 minutes), fueling (T-3 hours), final vehicle checks (T-1 hour), and liftoff at T-0. This timeline ensures that all systems are ready and aligned before launch.
How was the space shuttle Columbia different from the rest?
The Space Shuttle Columbia was the very first Space Shuttle that was launch on April 12th 1981 at the Kennedy Space Center. At that time the crew of the first shuttle launch was only two crewmembers (Commnader John Young & Pilot Robert Crippen)
Can the shuttle launch be seen from TampaFl?
Yes, the space shuttle launch can be visible from Tampa, Florida, which is approximately 200 miles away from the Kennedy Space Center where the launches occur. Depending on weather conditions and time of day, observers may be able to see the shuttle launch as a bright streak in the sky.
What is the fastest turnaround time from landing to launch of any space shuttle orbiter?
6 days, from STS-71 landing to STS-70 launch. July 1995. Quickest turn-around of one orbiter from one flight to its next.. Atlantis, 54 days from launch of STS-51J and STS-61B
What was the time of the first space shuttle launch?
Space Shuttle Columbia was launched on April 12th, 1981 at 0800:03 EDT. John Young and Robert Crippen were the Cmdr and Pilot on this first ever Space Shuttle flight. They returned to Earth with a perfect landing at Edwards AFB on April 14th, 1981.
What is the command center of the space shuttle called?
Mission control. Before launch it is controlled from Kennedy Space Center, but from the time it clears the launch tower it is controlled from Houston.
How do you attend a shuttle launch?
To attend a shuttle launch, you would need to first check the schedule and location of the launch. Then, you can either purchase tickets or apply for a visitor pass through the space agency conducting the launch. Remember to follow all safety guidelines and arrive at the designated viewing area well in advance of the launch time.
How long does it take for a shuttle to get to the moon?
The Space Shuttle does not go to the moon. It only orbits the Earth.
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.
