NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Phoenix and Delta II Prepared for Liftoff

See how rocket and spacecraft come together for launch

Put to the Test

The STS-118 crew completes a final countdown test before launch.

Endeavour Rolls
to Launch Pad

Space Shuttle Endeavour is in position for launch on STS-118.

A Perfect Touchdown

Atlantis touches down at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif.

From Ignition to Splashdown

Launch of Space Shuttle Atlantis was recorded by multiple cameras on board the solid rocket boosters.

Liftoff of Atlantis

Launch of Space Shuttle Atlantis on the STS-117 mission.

Atlantis Returns to Launch Pad

Space Shuttle Atlantis made its second journey to the launch pad in preparation for STS-117.

'Hope' Grows

Japanese space station lab one step closer to reality.

Lighthouse Refurbished

Year-long project is complete.

Suiting Up for Space

Before the spacesuits get packed for flight, they must be carefully prepared on Earth.

Preparing and launching THEMIS

Atlantis Rolls to the Pad

The orbiter makes the 3.4 mile journey to Launch Pad 39A.

Out of the Blue

The first World Space Expo will open with Thunderbirds

STS-116 Mission Magnificent Success

NASA's most challenging mission to date ends with a successful landing at Kennedy.

Touchdown!

Space Shuttle Discovery makes a picture-perfect landing at Kennedy, completing mission STS-116.

Discovery Launches!

Watch the spectacular launch of Space Shuttle Discovery -- the first night launch in four years!

Cool Under Pressure

Final space shuttle inspection team goes where few others venture.

3-2-1 Liftoff!

The Boeing Delta II rocket lights the evening sky as STEREO heads into space.

A Successful Mission

With STS-115, NASA returned to building the International Space Station.

Wheels on the Ground

Atlantis makes a perfect landing at Kennedy's Shuttle Landing Facility, successfully completing the STS-115 mission.