STS-134: Space Shuttle Endeavour

This documentary covers the rollout of Space Shuttle Endeavour to launch pad 39A, highlighting its final flight preparations. It features the arrival of the external tank after a 900-mile journey and the extensive training of the STS-134 crew in the Neutral Buoyancy Lab for extravehicular activities. The recording emphasizes the teamwork and dedication of the thousands involved in the shuttle program, culminating in the T minus 9 minutes countdown before launch.

This recording captures the launch coverage of STS-134, focusing on the terminal countdown from T-minus 3 hours to liftoff at 8:56 a.m. Eastern Time. Distinctive moments include the completion of the T-minus 20 minute hold, the final inspection team's assessment of the external tank, and the astronauts' walkout from the crew quarters. Notably, this mission features the delivery of the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer, a significant payload for the International Space Station.

This recording captures the on-orbit activities of STS-134, specifically the installation of the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer (AMS) on the International Space Station, which was successfully completed by Commander Mark Kelly and Mission Specialists Drew Feustel and Greg Shamatoff. The crew also prepared for their first spacewalk, scheduled to begin at 2:15 AM Central Time, while discussing the status of the shuttle's thermal protection system and addressing minor anomalies with water bags. Notably, the AMS installation marks a significant milestone for international collaboration in space science.

This recording captures the launch coverage of STS-134, focusing on the terminal countdown from T-minus 9 minutes to liftoff at 7:56:28 a.m. Central Time. Distinctive moments include the successful liftoff of Endeavour, the roll program initiation, solid rocket booster separation at 2 minutes and 3 seconds, and main engine cutoff at 8 minutes and 21 seconds. Notably, this mission features the activation of the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer shortly after reaching orbit.

This recording captures STS-134 post-launch activities, focusing on the crew's completion of the robotic arm survey and powering down the RMS for the next day's heat shield inspection. Mission Specialist Drew Feustel reported the successful activation of the wing leading edge sensors, crucial for monitoring the shuttle's heat shield. The crew also prepared for their sleep period, with a scheduled start at 2:56 PM Central Time, while discussing video downlink opportunities for external tank footage captured during launch.

This recording captures STS-134 post-launch activities, focusing on the crew's preparations for their sleep period after a busy first day in orbit. Notably, Commander Mark Kelly and Mission Specialist Drew Feustel discuss the upcoming OMS2 burn, scheduled for 7 hours and 11 minutes into the mission, while also reviewing video footage of the external tank separation recorded by Mike Fink. The crew also addresses the configuration of the PGSC hardware for overnight operations.

This recording captures the launch coverage of STS-134, focusing on the terminal countdown from T-minus 1 hour, 24 minutes, 20 seconds to liftoff at 7:56:28 a.m. Eastern Time. Distinctive moments include the completion of the cabin leak check, the successful closure of the crew hatch, and the report of minor tile damage near the hatch area. Notably, the roll program begins 11 seconds after liftoff, followed by solid rocket booster separation at 2 minutes and 3 seconds.

This recording captures STS-134 post-launch activities, specifically the successful OMS2 burn executed by Commander Mark Kelly and the crew, which lasted 2 minutes and 49 seconds. The crew also discussed the upcoming NC1 burn scheduled for 10:50 AM Central Time, while addressing minor communication issues with TDRS Z. Notably, the recording includes preparations for the payload bay door opening and the activation of the onboard systems as they transition to on-orbit operations.

This recording captures the launch coverage of STS-134, focusing on the terminal countdown from T-minus 20 minutes to liftoff at 8:56:28 a.m. Eastern Time. Distinctive moments include the successful liftoff of Endeavour, the initiation of the roll program, solid rocket booster separation at 2 minutes and 3 seconds, and main engine cutoff at 8 minutes and 21 seconds. Notably, this mission marks the final flight of Endeavour and features the delivery of the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer to the International Space Station.