NASA - History Series: Bumper - The Story Behind the First Launches From the Cape

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History Series: Bumper - The Story Behind the First Launches From the Cape

Host: Stan Starr Chief Engineer Dynacs Corporation + Read more about Bumper 8 (351 Kb PDF)	The Bumper Webcast took place on January 31, 2003 at 2 p.m. EST. Relive our Bumper Webcast and learn more about the some of the first launches from Cape Canaveral. Your questions are answered by our panel of experts. + View all Bumper questions submitted + View webcast questions and answers Use the links below to view the program segments in Real Player. + View webcast program + View question and answer session

Special Guest: Liz Bain Former Radio Operator	Program Description: Mrs. Bain was pressed into service at Cape Canaveral because of critical shortage of personnel needed to launch the Bumper 7 and 8 missiles. She monitored radio interference, just feet away from the Bumper missile. Get her unique perspective of this launch during a live question and answer session following Stan's presentation.

Special Guest: Norris Gray Former Fire chief	Program Description: Mr. Gray was Cape Canaveral's Fire Chief and Emergency Services Officer for the Launch Area. He was instrumental in readying the elaborate fire protection systems and other safety procedures for Bumper 8's launch. Hear his unique perspective of this launch, as he answers your questions live following Stan's presentation.