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Countdown Magazine: May 1987: Failure of Atlas Centaur; Success of Delta launch
Countdown Magazine: May 1987: Failure of Atlas Centaur; Success of Delta launch
Countdown Magazine: May 1987: Failure of Atlas Centaur; Success of Delta launch
Countdown Magazine: May 1987: Failure of Atlas Centaur; Success of Delta launch
Countdown Magazine: May 1987: Failure of Atlas Centaur; Success of Delta launch
Countdown Magazine: May 1987: Failure of Atlas Centaur; Success of Delta launch
Countdown Magazine: May 1987: Failure of Atlas Centaur; Success of Delta launch
Countdown Magazine: May 1987: Failure of Atlas Centaur; Success of Delta launch
Countdown Magazine: May 1987: Failure of Atlas Centaur; Success of Delta launch

Countdown Magazine: May 1987: Failure of Atlas Centaur; Success of Delta launch

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  • Genre: Science
  • Publication Month: May
  • Publication Name: Countdown Magazine
  • Publication Year: 1987
  • Publisher: Atlas
  • Topic: Space

Description

Delve into the world of space exploration with the May 1987 edition of Countdown Magazine. This issue includes several articles. Notably, the Atlas Centaur's launch failed because of multiple lightning strikes destroying the FLTSATCOM Navy communications satellite. Also, another article covers the successful Delta launch of PALAPA-B. A reprint of an article for Space News Roundup on STS-26 crew training in the Shuttle Mission Simulator (SMS) highlights what are vital training sessions for a Space Shuttle mission crew. Also, the redesign of Space Station Freedom is reviewed and compared to the original design. This issue of Countdown covers am exciting time at NASA with detailed articles and insights, making it a must-read for anyone fascinated by the progress of spaceflight in the mid-80's!