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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.

Suiting Up for Space

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

Atlantis Rolls to the Pad

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

STS-116 Mission Magnificent Success

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

STS-116 Astronauts Practice Countdown

The next time, it will be liftoff!

December Shuttle Launch Draws Closer

Discovery made its slow and steady journey to the launch pad.

Discovery Reports to the Launch Pad for STS-116

Space Shuttle Discovery arrives at Launch Pad 39B in prepartion for a flight to the International Space Station.

The Payload's at the Pad

The STS-116 payloads arrive at Launch Pad 39B.

Cool Under Pressure

Final space shuttle inspection team goes where few others venture.

A Successful Mission

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

STS-115 Launch Day
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STS-115 Launch Day Videos

Experience the exciting visual countdown milestones from the launch of Space Shuttle Atlantis.

STS-115 Crew Rehearses for Launch

Crew completes final training for liftoff.

STS-115 Crew Rehearses for Launch

The STS-115 crew spends four days rehearsing and preparing for their upcoming launch aboard Space Shuttle Atlantis.

Space Station Grows

Mission STS-115 marks the resumption of construction of the International Space Station.

Rollout of Space Shuttle Atlantis for STS-115

Atlantis reaches Launch Pad 39B.

Atlantis Rolls Over

The orbiter Atlantis rolls to the Vehicle Assembly Building.

Good Day for a Shuttle Launch?

Learn how NASA determines if the weather is "go" for launch.

Launch of Space Shuttle Discovery: STS-121

Discovery lifts off on the Fourth of July!