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NASA Space Shuttle

By: Minicraft Models

Type: Miniatures Box Set

Product Line: Modern Aircraft & Spacecraft - 1/144 Scale (Minicraft)

Last Stocked on 12/9/2021

Product Info

Title
NASA Space Shuttle
Publisher
Publish Year
2016
Dimensions
15.75x10.5x2.5"
NKG Part #
2147874676
MFG. Part #
MMI11668
Type
Miniatures Box Set
Material
Plastic

Description

  • Over 9" long
  • "Navstar" Satellite included!
  • Featuring decals for Endeavour, Discovery, Atlantis & Enterprise!
  • Skill Level 2
  • Detailed Cockpit
  • Opening Cargo Bay Doors

    The Space Shuttle was the first operational orbital spacecraft designed to be re-used after a mission. The first flight was recorded in 1981 with the last flight of the Shuttle program occurring in July 2011.

    The Space Shuttle was developed to carry a variety of payloads into low earth orbit including satellites, the HUBBLE Space telescope, and components for the International Space Station (ISS). A variety of other missions were performed including re-supply and crew rotation for the International Space Station, numerous missions for scientific investigation and classified military missions for the United States Defense Department and US military.

    A total of seven Space Shuttles were built but only six were capable of flight. One Shuttle simulator, “Pathfinder” was built and used for static ground testing and exhibition. Enterprise was used for flight testing within the atmosphere and five Shuttles were actually used for space flight. Two shuttles were lost during flight, Challenger and Columbia and four Space Shuttles, Endeavor, Discovery, Atlantis and Enterprise have been retired to museums across the United States.

    This Minicraft Models kit was developed to commemorate the surviving Space Shuttles and recognize these space pioneers for their contributions to the NASA Manned Space Program. Check for the location of the closest Space Shuttle on display near you.

    Miniatures are supplied unpainted and some assembly may be required.