The Story
2nd Space Shuttle Mission
2nd Flight of Columbia
Crew: Joseph H. Engle, Commander
Richard H. Truly, Pilot
The second test flight of a Space Shuttle was cut short by about three days due to the failure of one of three of Columbia's fuel cells that produce electricity and drinking water. However, 90% of all mission test objectives were met, including the first use of the Shuttle's remote manipulator system.
Description
2nd Space Shuttle Mission
2nd Flight of Columbia
Crew: Joseph H. Engle, Commander
Richard H. Truly, Pilot
The second test flight of a Space Shuttle was cut short by about three days due to the failure of one of three of Columbia's fuel cells that produce electricity and drinking water. However, 90% of all mission test objectives were met, including the first use of the Shuttle's remote manipulator system.
