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Lift and Tilt Prepares Atlantis for Display

Still in its protective shrink wrap, space shuttle Atlantis has been raised and tilted into display position at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
Shuttles to Arrive at Permanent Homes by Year's End

Recently, NASA's space shuttles were on the move as part of the transition and retirement activities at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
Enterprise Pods Tested for Move

Teams at Kennedy evaluated the steps to install flight-worthy pods to Enterprise for upcoming move.
NASA's SCAs--Birds of a Feather Flock Together

For the first time ever, NASA's two highly modified Boeing 747 Shuttle Carrier Aircraft briefly flew in formation over the Edwards Air Force Base.
Teams Practice Lifting Shuttles at Airports

Workers rehearsed lifting shuttles off their 747 carrier aircraft when they arrive at their new homes.
Atlantis’ Final Mission Included Successful Kennedy-Developed Plant Experiment

A plant experiment flown on Atlantis gave insights to scientists researching bacteria that may help plants produce proteins.
Landing Convoy Ready on the Runway

About 25 unique vehicles and their operators wait at the runway on landing day to assist a space shuttle and its astronauts after touchdown.
Special American Meal Planned for Final Space Shuttle Crew

Food scientists at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston have prepared a special "All-American Meal" for the final space shuttle crew as the iconic American spacecraft makes its last voyage.
NASA Depends on Freedom and Liberty

Two booster recovery ships stand ready on shuttle launch day.
MILA Tracks its Last Launch and Landing

Tracking station ends its mission with the final shuttle flight.
First iPhone Flying on Last Shuttle

Space shuttle Atlantis is carrying hundreds of items commemorating the final shuttle mission, along with taking the first iPhone into orbit.
Orbiter Processing Facilities: High-Tech Shuttle Garages

Highly skilled technicians ready shuttles for flight in processing bays at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida
The 'Eyes, Ears and Hands' of the Shuttle Test Team

A small group of specially certified aerospace technicians called spacecraft operators help ensure the shuttle is ready to fly.
From Backpacking to Space Trekking

NASA to test water purification method for long-duration space exploration.
Space Shuttle Endeavour: A Lasting Legacy

Space shuttle Endeavour holds true to its namesake for voyages of exploration and science.
U.S. Honor Flag Bound for Space

Flag will pay tribute to astronauts who have died in the line of duty as it flies aboard space shuttle Atlantis.
All Eyes on the Shuttle

Using multiple sources, teams keep a close watch on each space shuttle launch.
Robonaut Hand, Ship Bearing Head to Space

The astronauts of Endeavour's last mission are marking the achievement with several notable mementoes.
Firing Rooms Keep Launch Team Well-Connected

Launching a space shuttle requires a unique nerve center at NASA's Kennedy Space Center.
NASA to Enhance Shuttle Story at Kennedy with Atlantis

Kennedy visitors will see shuttle Atlantis as it worked in space, with cargo bay doors open and arm extended.

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