STS-62 was a Space Shuttle mission flown by Columbia. It launched on March 4, 1994 and returned on March 18, 1994.
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This recording captures the launch countdown activities for STS-62, specifically during the T minus three hour hold. Notably, Commander John Casper promotes Pilot Andy Allen to Lieutenant Colonel, marking a significant milestone in the mission. The crew, including Mission Specialists Marsha Ivins and Pierre Thuitt, is seen donning flight suits and preparing for launch, with live video coverage of their breakfast and final preparations leading up to the liftoff at 8:53 AM.
This recording captures the launch countdown activities for STS-62, specifically during the T minus three hour hold. Notably, Commander John Casper promotes Pilot Andy Allen to Lieutenant Colonel, marking a significant milestone in the mission. The crew, including Mission Specialists Marsha Ivins and Pierre Thuitt, is seen donning flight suits and preparing for launch, while the ice team assesses conditions on the external tank.
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