STS-72 Landing, Florida, USA, 1996. Creator: NASA

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STS-72 Landing, Florida, USA, 1996. Creator: NASA

STS-72 Landing, Florida, USA, 1996. The Space Shuttle orbiter Endeavour and its crew of six glide in to Runway 15 at Kennedy Space Centers Shuttle Landing Facility after spending nine days in space on the STS-72 mission, the first Shuttle flight of 1996. It is the eighth night landing of the Shuttle since the program began in 1981, but only the third night landing at KSC. Highlights of the mission were the retrieval of the Japanese Space Flyer Unit (SFU), the deployment and retrieval of NASAs Office of Aeronauts and Space Techology-Flyer (OAST-Flyer), and two Extravehicular Activities (EVAs) or spacewalks

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This print captures the historic moment of the STS-72 Landing in Florida, USA, in 1996. The image showcases the magnificent Space Shuttle orbiter Endeavour gracefully gliding towards Runway 15 at Kennedy Space Center's Shuttle Landing Facility. After an awe-inspiring nine-day mission in space, this landing marked the first successful Shuttle flight of that year. The photograph depicts a night landing, only the third of its kind at KSC since the inception of the program in 1981. Illuminated by vibrant lights, Endeavour and its crew of six astronauts descend from the vastness of space to touch down on Earth once again. Notable achievements during this mission include retrieving Japan's Space Flyer Unit (SFU), deploying and retrieving NASA's Office of Aeronautics and Space Technology-Flyer (OAST-Flyer), as well as conducting two thrilling Extravehicular Activities (EVAs) or spacewalks. This remarkable snapshot encapsulates a pivotal moment in aerospace history—a testament to human ingenuity and exploration. It symbolizes America's dedication to pushing boundaries beyond our planet's atmosphere. With its vivid colors and striking composition, this print serves as a visual reminder of mankind's relentless pursuit for knowledge and adventure. Created by NASA themselves, this image is not just a mere depiction but rather a window into an era defined by technological advancements and boundless curiosity about what lies beyond our blue planet.

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