STS-33 was a Space Shuttle mission flown by Discovery. It launched on November 22, 1989 and returned on November 27, 1989.
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This highlights reel captures the launch of the Space Shuttle Discovery during the STS-33 mission, showcasing the countdown events leading to liftoff at 6:30 PM. Notable moments include the ice inspection team's report confirming no significant ice debris, the crew's pre-launch breakfast, and the final countdown sequence that experienced a hold at T minus 5 minutes due to a system failure. The reel also features the successful landing on Runway 04 at Edwards Air Force Base after an extended mission due to high winds.
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