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STS-86 landing, Florida, USA, October 6, 1997. Creator: NASA
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STS-86 landing, Florida, USA, October 6, 1997. Creator: NASA
STS-86 landing, Florida, USA, October 6, 1997. The main landing gear of the Space Shuttle Atlantis touches down on the Kennedy Space Centers (KSC) Shuttle Landing Facility to complete the STS-86 mission. Touchdown occurred at 5:55:09 p.m. (EDT). On board were astronauts James D. Wetherbee, Michael J. Bloomfield, Wendy B. Lawrence, Scott F. Parazynski, Vladimir G. Titov, C. Michael Foale and Jean-Loup J. M. Chretien. Chretien and Titov represent the French Space Agency (CNES) and the Russian Space Agency (RSA), respectively
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This print captures the historic moment of the STS-86 landing at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, USA on October 6,1997. The image showcases the magnificent Space Shuttle Atlantis as its main landing gear gracefully touches down on the Shuttle Landing Facility, marking the successful completion of the mission. The STS-86 crew consisted of brave astronauts James D. Wetherbee, Michael J. Bloomfield, Wendy B. Lawrence, Scott F. Parazynski, Vladimir G. Titov, C. Michael Foale and Jean-Loup J. M Chretien from various space agencies including NASA (United States), CNES (French Space Agency), and RSA (Russian Space Agency). This collaboration symbolizes international cooperation in space exploration. In this photograph captured by NASA's skilled photographers from Keystone Archives, we witness a pivotal moment in aviation history where human ingenuity and technological advancements converge to push boundaries beyond Earth's atmosphere. The vibrant colors and sharp details bring this image to life while reminding us of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and adventure in outer space during the late 20th century. As we gaze upon this remarkable snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of America's rich heritage in space travel and exploration through NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration - an organization that has propelled mankind into new frontiers for decades. This print serves as a testament to our collective fascination with flight and transport as it encapsulates both our dreams for interstellar voyages yet also highlights how far we have come since those early days of aviation innovation.
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