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Space Shuttle Projects

NASA / MSFC · 1984-11-08 · photograph (digital archive)

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Astronauts are clowning around in space in this STS-51A onboard photo. Astronaut Gardner, holds a “For Sale” sign after the retrieval of two malfunctioning satellites; the Western Union Telegraph Communication Satellite (WESTAR VI); and the PALAPA-B2 Satellite. Astronaut Allen, who is standing on the RMS (Remote Manipulator System) is reflected in Gardner’s helmet visor. The 51A mission launched aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery on November 8, 1984.

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STS-51AOnboardGardnerAllenFor Sale Sign
Credit lineSpace Shuttle Projects. NASA/MSFC, 1984-11-08. Public domain. ID: 8451229.
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