STS-117 Atlantis launch

STS-117 Atlantis launch

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Latest News: “The STS-117 crew is busy during its first day in orbit, inspecting Space Shuttle Atlantis’ heat shield and preparing for Sunday’s arrival at the International Space Station.” [via nasa.gov]

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Thanks to .tara., dro!d & ndaero for showing us the launch.