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The external tank separates from the shuttle.
12.09.06 - External Tank is Jettisoned
One of the three cameras on the external tank show it safely falling away from the shuttle.
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The twin solid rocket boosters separate from the shuttle.
12.09.06 - Boosters Away!
The solid rocket boosters are blasted away from Discovery.
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Launch of Space Shuttle Discovery.
12.09.06 - Discovery Launches!
Watch the spectacular launch of Space Shuttle Discovery -- the first night launch in four years!
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NASA Test Director Jeff Spaulding NASA Launch Director Mike Leinbach.
12.09.06 - A Fond Farewell
Launch Director Mike Leinbach bids the Discovery crew good luck and godspeed on their mission.
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STS-116 astronauts Nicholas Patrick and Joan Higgenbotham in the White Room.
12.09.06 - Hatch is Closed
The Closeout Crew helps the astronauts with their gear and closes the hatch after they're securely seated.
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The Discovery astronauts wave to the crowd of Kennedy employees.
12.09.06 - Next Stop, Pad 39B
The STS-116 astronauts are suited up and walk out of the Operations and Checkout Building waving to the cheering crowd of Kennedy employees.
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12.09.06 - Pre-launch Meal
Discovery's astronauts gather for their traditional meal before liftoff.
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Space Shuttle Discovery on Launch Pad 39B.
12.09.06 - Welcome to Launch Day
Launch coverage begins with opening remarks by NASA Commentator Bruce Buckingham.
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