When Space Shuttle Discovery touched down for the last time at Kennedy Space Center Runway 15 on March 9, 2011, it brought to an end a 27-year career of spaceflight. Discovery flew to space 39 times, ...

This video details the lengthy process of getting the Space Shuttle into orbit, primarily at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It features animations depicting the launch steps and includes 3D models ...

The space shuttle system has been modified many times since the first launch of space shuttle Columbia in 1981. During the 1980s, major upgrade programs were established to respond to problems and ...

There is a long process to get the Space Shuttle into orbit around the Earth, primarily taking place at Kennedy Space Center ...

This article was originally featured on The Drive. When the spaceplane’s landing gear struck the runway on July 21, 2011, it marked the end of the line for the Space Shuttle. An incredible ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Suciu covers trends in the world of aerospace and defense. The Space Shuttle Discovery (OV-103) would need to be cut into ...