Sts 126 Collection

Moon rising behind the Space Shuttle Endeavour
STS126-S-041 (14 Nov. 2008) --- The moon is seen rising behind the Space Shuttle Endeavour (STS-126) on pad 39A Friday, November 14, 2008, at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla

Space shuttle Atlantis and Endeavour on the lanch pads at Kennedy Space Center in Florida
September 19, 2008 - With two rainbows framing the Launch Complex 39 area in the early morning at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida

Space Shuttle Endeavour liftoff
November 14, 2008 - Space Shuttle Endeavour and its crew head toward Earth orbit and a scheduled link-up with the International Space Station

Space Shuttle Endeavour with its drag chute deployed
November 30, 2008 - With its drag chute deployed, Space Shuttle Endeavour slows to a stop after landing at the Dryden Flight Research Center at Edwards Air Force Base in California

Space Shuttle Endeavours main landing gear touches down on the runway
November 30, 2008 - Space Shuttle Endeavours main landing gear touches down at the Dryden Flight Research Center at Edwards Air Force Base in California

The aft portion of the Space Shuttle Endeavour
November 27, 2008 - Backdropped against the blackness of space, the aft portion of the Space Shuttle Endeavour, with the multi-purpose logistics module Leonardo in stow mode

An overhead view of the exterior of Space Shuttle Endeavour
November 16, 2008 - An overhead view of the exterior of Space Shuttle Endeavours crew cabin, part of its payload bay doors and docking system

The end effector of Endeavours robot arm appears amidst elements of the International
November 26, 2006 - Backdropped against Earths horizon and the blackness of space, the end effector of Endeavours Canadian-built robot arm appears amidst elements of the International Space Station

Solar array panels on the International Space Station backdropped against Earths horizon
November 18, 2008 - Solar array panels on the International Space Station are backdropped against Earths horizon in this digital still image photographed by one of the STS-126 crew members who are

Space Shuttle Endeavours payload bay
November 15, 2008 - Backdropped by a colorful Earth and the blackness of space, the Leonardo Multi-Purpose Logistics Module visible in Space Shuttle Endeavours payload bay, vertical stabilizer

Palmetto trees frame space shuttle Endeavour as it rolls toward the launch pad
Palmetto trees frame space shuttle Endeavour as it rolls toward Launch Pad 39A after earlier moving off Launch Pad 39B at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida

International Space Station backdropped againts a blue and white Earth
November 26, 2006 - From inside Endeavour, one of the STS-126 astronauts recorded this view of part of one of the International Space Station trusses and part of a solar panel

Space Shuttle Endeavour inside the Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy Space Center
September 19, 2008 - Shortly before midnight, space shuttle Endeavour leaves the Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center

Space Shuttle Endeavours cargo bay
November 26, 2006 - Backdropped against white clouds, the aft section of Endeavours cargo bay, now holding the multipurpose logistics module Leonardo, is featured in this digital still photo

Space Shuttle Endeavour
November 16, 2008 - Space Shuttle Endeavour backdropped by a cloud-covered part of Earth. The Leonardo Multi-Purpose Logistics Module is visible in Endeavours cargo bay with over 14

Bags of food stored inside the galley on Space Shuttle Endeavour
November 27, 2008 - Not far away from this close-up scene of the galley on the Space Shuttle Endeavour were nine astronauts

Endeavour shuttle launch, mission STS-126. Space Shuttle Endeavour launching from launch pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center, Florida, USA

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"STS-126: A Journey to the Stars" Moon rising behind the Space Shuttle Endeavour, capturing a breathtaking celestial spectacle. STS-126 commander Chris Ferguson and pilot Eric Boe meticulously examine every inch of shuttle Endeavour before liftoff. The triumphant moment as Space Shuttle Endeavour rolls out on runway 04-L at Edwards Air Force Base after a successful mission. Witnessing history in motion as the Space Shuttle Endeavour is lifted off from Edwards Air Force Base atop its modified Boeing 747 carrier aircraft. The awe-inspiring sight of the majestic Space Shuttle Endeavour being slowly hoisted aloft in the Mate-Demate gantry at NASA's facility. Despite soggy skies, Sunday morning witnesses an extraordinary scene with the Space Shuttle Endeavour encased in the Mate-DeMate gantry during preparations for launch. As dawn breaks, we witness a remarkable feat as the modified Boeing 747 carrier aircraft carrying the iconic Space Shuttle Endeavour takes flight into new frontiers. United Space Alliance flight systems technicians Troy Mann, Mark Shimei, and Jim Smodell diligently work together to ensure every detail is perfect while removing a crucial component from beneath the shuttle's belly. With utmost precision and care, a United Space Alliance technician inspects each thermal tile on the underside of Space Shuttle Endeavour to guarantee its safe return through Earth's atmosphere. Smoke swirls dramatically as tires make contact with Edwards Air Force Base runway when Space Shuttle Endeavor gracefully touches down after completing its mission in space. United Space Alliance technicians gather around for an essential safety briefing prior to handling operations near the rear section of this magnificent spacecraft. Illuminated by warm rays of sunlight, both The Space Shuttle Endevour and its modified Boeing 747 carrier aircraft stand tall against Tuesday morning sky - reminding us all of the incredible achievements made possible through human ingenuity and determination.