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How many shuttles does NASA have left to launch?

As of September 2021, NASA does not have any shuttles left to launch. The Space Shuttle program was retired in 2011, with the final mission of the Space Shuttle Atlantis. NASA now relies on commercial partners and other space agencies for crewed missions to space.


How is the space shuttle program different from the Apollo Program?

The Space Shuttle is a partially reusable system that goes only into Earth orbit and returns. The Apollo vehicle was not reusable and left Earth orbit to visit the moon. The Apollo was launched entirely with liquid fuel rockets. The Space Shuttle is launched with a combination of solid and liquid fuel rockets.


What was the cause of the Columbia space shuttle disaster?

The Columbia space shuttle disaster was caused by damage done to left wing of the Columbia. It occurred only 81.9 seconds after the departing. The culprit was a separation of insulation foam.


How has the space shuttle had an impact on society?

The space shuttle program advanced space exploration by making it more routine and accessible, leading to scientific discoveries and advancements in technology. It also inspired generations to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Additionally, the space shuttle program facilitated the construction and maintenance of the International Space Station, fostering international collaboration in space exploration.


What happened on February 1 2003?

On February 1, 2003, the Space Shuttle Columbia disintegrated upon re-entry into Earth's atmosphere, resulting in the tragic loss of all seven crew members on board. The accident was caused by damage to the shuttle's thermal protection system, which was sustained during launch when a piece of foam insulation struck the shuttle's wing.

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How many shuttles does NASA have left to launch?

As of September 2021, NASA does not have any shuttles left to launch. The Space Shuttle program was retired in 2011, with the final mission of the Space Shuttle Atlantis. NASA now relies on commercial partners and other space agencies for crewed missions to space.


How many space shuttle missions are left?

7


What parts of a space ship is left in space?

The space shuttle leaves nothing,but a satellite might leave some debre


What happens to the used rocket after the space shuttle launch?

They call it space junk because they just brake off and get left in space


How many space shuttle missons are left?

STS-133 and STS-134 are left, so two more.


How is the space shuttle program different from the Apollo Program?

The Space Shuttle is a partially reusable system that goes only into Earth orbit and returns. The Apollo vehicle was not reusable and left Earth orbit to visit the moon. The Apollo was launched entirely with liquid fuel rockets. The Space Shuttle is launched with a combination of solid and liquid fuel rockets.


How many space shuttle flights left after the next one launches on June 13 2009?

Seven more are planned. STS-128 to STS-134. STS-132 May 14th 2010 will be the last flight of Atlantis STS-134 Sept 16th 2010 will be the last flight of Discovery and the Shuttle program.


What happened February 1 2003?

Space Shuttle Columbia, the first space worthy Space Shuttle, broke apart over East Texas due to a hole in it's left wing caused by foam from the ET during launch.


What was the cause of the Columbia space shuttle disaster?

The Columbia space shuttle disaster was caused by damage done to left wing of the Columbia. It occurred only 81.9 seconds after the departing. The culprit was a separation of insulation foam.


When did the first space shuttle leave earth?

STS-1, launched April 12, 1981, returning to Earth April 14, 1981. Orbited the Earth 37 times.


How has the space shuttle had an impact on society?

The space shuttle program advanced space exploration by making it more routine and accessible, leading to scientific discoveries and advancements in technology. It also inspired generations to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Additionally, the space shuttle program facilitated the construction and maintenance of the International Space Station, fostering international collaboration in space exploration.


What happened on February 1 2003?

On February 1, 2003, the Space Shuttle Columbia disintegrated upon re-entry into Earth's atmosphere, resulting in the tragic loss of all seven crew members on board. The accident was caused by damage to the shuttle's thermal protection system, which was sustained during launch when a piece of foam insulation struck the shuttle's wing.