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Astronaut Stott's Journey Home Marks a First and a Last

When the wheels of space shuttle Atlantis touch down to end the STS-129 mission, astronaut Nicole Stott will complete both a first and a last.
Earhart's Scarf to Fly Again

A scarf from famed aviatrix Amelia Earhart leads the inventory of commemoratve items for the STS-129 crew.
More to KSC Runway Than Shuttle Ops

Air traffic controllers at the space shuttle's runway deal with exotic aircraft, race cars and even stray pilots on a day-to-day basis.
Engineers Excited by EuTEF's Return on Discovery

A European experiments platform called EuTEF returned to Earth after 18 months on the International Space Station.
New Antenna May Reveal More Clues About Lightning

Many launches at Kennedy and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station are scrubbed because they are within "Lightning Alley."
Buzz, Astronauts Shine as Stars of Disney Parade

Buzz Lightyear rolled triumphantly down Disney's Main Street to mark a successful stay on the International Space Station.

ET-134 Arrives at Kennedy Space Center

If you've ever wondered how those huge external tanks are delivered -- click here!
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In Their Own Words: Cady Coleman

A veteran of two space shuttle flights talks about training for a space station assignment.
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In Their Own Words: Michael Foale

A veteran of six space flights talks about being an astronaut.
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Tested and Ready

Drill simulates sea rescue of shuttle astronauts.
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Launch Dress Rehearsal

The Discovery astronauts train at Kennedy for the upcoming STS-124 mission.
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