cocheese 0 #1 May 13, 2010 Who will see it? I failed to make arrangements to get there. There are only 2 launches left after this one. http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/shuttle/main/index.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akarunway 1 #2 May 14, 2010 Quote Who will see it? I failed to make arrangements to get there. There are only 2 launches left after this one. http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/shuttle/main/index.html Used to be able to jump as the shuttle launched @ SSC. 911 killed thatI hold it true, whate'er befall; I feel it, when I sorrow most; 'Tis better to have loved and lost Than never to have loved at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 15 #3 May 14, 2010 Still can, just not as close as you used to get.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkeenan 13 #4 May 14, 2010 It’s certainly feels like launch day here at KSC, with the sense of heightened anticipation and excitement among the workforce and visitors alike! Tanking began early this morning, completed at 7:56 a.m. and we are currently working toward the planned T-9 min. hold. The flight crew is strapped in, the hatch is closed, and we are ready to go at 1420 EDT. Beautiful blue skies above, with scattered clouds and weather is looking good at 70% for today’s launch. Here's a video of the Payload Bay inspection by the flight crew prior to the Payload Bay Door closing. This is my area, with all the Space Station payload items. This flight is also carrying the Russian MRM1 Module, one strange-looking beast. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0D726gnLQ7I To see the “Legacy of Atlantis” check out this video from NASA: http://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/videogallery/index.html?collection_id=14554&media_id=13779348 Go Atlantis, Go STS-132! Kevin K. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nutz 0 #5 May 14, 2010 Quote one strange-looking beast. Put some blue panels on it and it is a big R2D2. "Don't! Get! Eliminated!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkeenan 13 #6 May 14, 2010 Quote Put some blue panels on it and it is a big R2D2. We've been calling it the "Party Module", because of the beer keg strapped to the top._____________________________________ Dude, you are so awesome... Can I be on your ash jump ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lawrocket 3 #7 May 14, 2010 It's going up now but I can't get video... :o( My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaH 0 #8 May 14, 2010 Beautiful! Be yourself! MooOOooOoo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lawrocket 3 #9 May 14, 2010 For those of you who are into this kinda stuff, the Shuttle's over Newfoundland now... http://spaceflight.nasa.gov/realdata/tracking/index.html My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaH 0 #10 May 14, 2010 Thanks! Be yourself! MooOOooOoo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #11 May 14, 2010 Quote Beautiful! She's still a hottie after all these years. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,169 #12 May 16, 2010 Yep, after 25 years of working as a NASA contractor, 17 on the shuttle directly, I finally saw my first shuttle launch. It was, to be perfectly honest, absolutely stunning. Wendy P.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
danornan 67 #13 May 16, 2010 We left Tampa around 1:00 and got within about 30 miles of the launch on a hillside looking to the east. What an incredible sight. It was like a huge roman candle in the middle of the day as it streaked out over the Atlantic. Well worth the drive. From my driveway, 90 miles away, we can normal see a tiny red glow with a huge contrail, but wanted to get a little closer this time. A previous launches that we watched, from across the river, about 5 miles or so away, was a night launch. I would have paid to watch it again. The last up close day launch that I saw from the Bee Line Highway was the Challenger!Dano Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ntrprnr 0 #14 May 16, 2010 Here's some video I shot of the previous launch - the 6:21am one. http://www.facebook.com/PeterShankman#!/video/video.php?v=382626186673_______________ "Why'd you track away at 7,000 feet?" "Even in freefall, I have commitment issues." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akarunway 1 #15 May 16, 2010 Quote Here's some video I shot of the previous launch - the 6:21am one. http://www.facebook.com/PeterShankman#!/video/video.php?v=382626186673 One of the coolest was a sunrise launch. Silver streak reflecting the sun. Watched Challenger blow up. One of the saddest days of my life. I hold it true, whate'er befall; I feel it, when I sorrow most; 'Tis better to have loved and lost Than never to have loved at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 212 #16 May 16, 2010 QuoteYep, after 25 years of working as a NASA contractor, 17 on the shuttle directly, I finally saw my first shuttle launch. It was, to be perfectly honest, absolutely stunning. Wendy P. S, how did it feel watching all that polution getting forced into the atmosphere? What exactly is the carbon offset for a launch like that?I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akarunway 1 #17 May 16, 2010 QuoteQuoteYep, after 25 years of working as a NASA contractor, 17 on the shuttle directly, I finally saw my first shuttle launch. It was, to be perfectly honest, absolutely stunning. Wendy P. S, how did it feel watching all that polution getting forced into the atmosphere? What exactly is the carbon offset for a launch like that?Need to ask Al G. on that oneI hold it true, whate'er befall; I feel it, when I sorrow most; 'Tis better to have loved and lost Than never to have loved at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #18 May 16, 2010 Quote Yep, after 25 years of working as a NASA contractor, 17 on the shuttle directly, I finally saw my first shuttle launch. You sound like me, having lived in Florida my entire life and never been to the Keys. I met a woman recently who lived on the water there for quite some time and did NOT recommend it...sewage. Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonstark 8 #19 May 16, 2010 Quote S, how did it feel watching all that polution getting forced into the atmosphere? What exactly is the carbon offset for a launch like that? I think you'd be surprised by the actual amount... The main engines are fueled by liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen. No carbon there. The Solids burn for 2:20, are mostly rubber and make large amounts of inert solid waste as exhaust. Git yer tongue out of your cheek and dig the power. That thing ain't Mattel. It is bad-ass, raw power and a marvel to behold. I defy you to see a launch up close and be as jaded as you put on. jon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 212 #20 May 16, 2010 Quote Quote S, how did it feel watching all that polution getting forced into the atmosphere? What exactly is the carbon offset for a launch like that? I think you'd be surprised by the actual amount... The main engines are fueled by liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen. No carbon there. The Solids burn for 2:20, are mostly rubber and make large amounts of inert solid waste as exhaust. Git yer tongue out of your cheek and dig the power. That thing ain't Mattel. It is bad-ass, raw power and a marvel to behold. I defy you to see a launch up close and be as jaded as you put on. jon I was just yankin' Wendys Chain a little - It is more carbon intensive to prepare for the launch than the launch actually is. There are environmental concerns, but I'm not really worried about the 32 tons of solid debris from the boosters.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonstark 8 #21 May 17, 2010 Quote I was just yankin' Wendys Chain a little - It is more carbon intensive to prepare for the launch than the launch actually is. There are environmental concerns, but I'm not really worried about the 32 tons of solid debris from the boosters. and I was just yankin' yers back Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 2,471 #22 May 17, 2010 Please keep the Speakers Corner stuff in Speakers Corner. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akarunway 1 #23 May 17, 2010 Quote Please keep the Speakers Corner stuff in Speakers Corner. LOL. Unban meI hold it true, whate'er befall; I feel it, when I sorrow most; 'Tis better to have loved and lost Than never to have loved at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites