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Space Shuttle Columbia Launch

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STS-109, March 1, 2002

Note: The images on this page were taken from digital video shot with a Panasonic MiniDV Palmcorder (DV-701D).
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The shuttle Columbia lifts off from Launch Pad 39A at 5:22 a.m. CST on March 1, 2002. The primary mission is to capture and service the Hubble Space Telescope. The large building on the right is the Vehicle Assembly Building.
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STS-109 is the 4th mission to service the Hubble Space Telescope. A record tying five spacewalks are scheduled for this mission
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If you have RealPlayer installed check out the launch video from NASA.

STS-109 Columbia Crew Walkout (3mb)
STS-109 Columbia Launch Video (8.4mb)
STS-109 Columbia Landing Video (1.9mb)
Complete list of STS-109 Prelaunch, Launch and Landing videos

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