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Huge external fuel tank, second Space Shuttle flight, Kennedy Space Center, USA, 1981
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Huge external fuel tank, second Space Shuttle flight, Kennedy Space Center, USA, 1981
Huge external fuel tank, second Space Shuttle flight, Kennedy Space Center, Merritt Island, Florida, USA, 1981. STS-2 was the second Space Shuttle mission conducted by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and the second flight of the orbiter Columbia. The Space Shuttle program, (official name, Space Transportation System or STS), was NASAs fourth human spaceflight program, and provided routine Earth-to-orbit transport for crew and cargo between 1981 and 2011
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1980s Columbia Eighties Heritage Space Large Lift Off Nasa Rocket Space Space Exploration Space Shuttle Space Travel Spacecraft Fuel Tank Sts 2
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This print captures a monumental moment in space exploration history - the second Space Shuttle flight at Kennedy Space Center, USA, in 1981. The colossal external fuel tank depicted here played a crucial role in propelling the orbiter Columbia into orbit. STS-2, as this mission was known, marked an important milestone for NASA's Space Shuttle program. The image showcases the immense size of the fuel tank against the backdrop of Merritt Island, Florida. Its vibrant colors and intricate design reflect the technological marvel that it represents. This massive structure served as a lifeline for astronauts and cargo alike during their journey from Earth to space. During its operational years from 1981 to 2011, the Space Shuttle program revolutionized space travel by providing routine transportation between our planet and orbit. It enabled countless scientific experiments, satellite deployments, and even manned missions beyond Earth's atmosphere. As we gaze upon this photograph today, we are reminded of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and exploration beyond our earthly boundaries. It serves as a testament to mankind's ingenuity and determination to conquer new frontiers. Let us cherish this remarkable piece of heritage from NASA - an emblematic symbol of human achievement in space exploration that has forever shaped our understanding of the universe around us.
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