Ov 104 Collection

A view from inside the flight deck of Space Shuttle Atlantis
May 15, 2009 - Solar panels on the Hubble Space Telescope make for unique window shades in this scene photographed from the flight deck of the Earth-orbiting space shuttle Atlantis

Night view of space shuttle Atlantis on the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center, Florida
July 7, 2011 - The space shuttle Atlantis is seen shortly after the rotating service structure (RSS) was rolled back at launch pad 39a at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida

Space Shuttle Atlantis and the docked Soyuz spacecraft
Backdropped by a cloud-covered part of Earth, Space Shuttle Atlantis was photographed by the Expedition 15 crew after it undocked from the International Space Station on June 19, 2007

A view Space Shuttle Atlantis on Launch Pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center
March 31, 2009 - The gate to Launch Pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida welcomes space shuttle Atlantis onto the pad mound after rollout from the Vehicle Assembly Building. aš

Space shuttle Atlantis on the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center, Florida
July 7, 2011 - The space shuttle Atlantis is revealed as the rotating service structure (RSS) is rolled back at launch pad 39a at the NASA Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida

Space Shuttle Atlantis sits ready on the launch pad
Cape Canaveral, Florida, April 18, 2009 a Space shuttle Atlantis on Launch Pad 39A is viewed across the lagoon at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida

Space shuttle Atlantis and Endeavour on the lanch pads at Kennedy Space Center in Florida
September 19, 2008 - With two rainbows framing the Launch Complex 39 area in the early morning at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida

Space Shuttle Atlantis on the launch pad
December 7, 2007 - The Space Shuttle Atlantis is seen on pad 39A as the sun sets at the Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral, Florida

Space Shuttle Atlantis liftoff
June 8, 2007 - Framed by Florida foliage, the Space Shuttle Atlantis and its crew head toward Earth-orbit and a scheduled link-up with the International Space Station

Space Shuttle Atlantis and a Russian spacecraft backdropped by a blue and white Earth
November 18, 2009 - Backdropped by a blue and white part of Earth, Space Shuttle Atlantis approaches the International Space Station during STS-129 rendezvous and docking operations

Space Shuttle Atlantis on Launch Pad 39A is accompanied by space shuttle Endeavour
April 17, 2009 - Space Shuttle Atlantis on Launch Pad 39A is accompanied by space shuttle Endeavour after Endeavours rollout to Launch Pad 39B

Space Shuttle Atlantis backdropped by a blue and white part of Earth
November 18, 2009 - Space Shuttle Atlantis backdropped by a blue and white part of Earth

Space shuttle Atlantis comes to a stop on the top of Launch Pad 39A at Kennedy Space
September 4, 2008 - Space shuttle Atlantis comes to a stop on the top of Launch Pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center after more than a 6-hour journey from the Vehicle Assembly Building

Space shuttle Atlantis touches down at Kennedy Space Center, Florida
Cape Canaveral, Florida, November 27, 2009 - Streams of smoke trail from the main landing gear tires as space shuttle Atlantis touches down on Runway 33 at the Shuttle Landing Facility at Kennedy

A high-angle view of the crew cabin of space shuttle Atlantis
November 21, 2009 - This is a high-angle view of the crew cabin of the space shuttle Atlantis during the second space walk of Atlantis visit to the International Space Station

Space Shuttle Atlantis lifts off into the sky
Cape Canaveral, Florida, May 11, 2009 a From Launch Pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, space shuttle Atlantis roars into the sky on a column of fire on the STS-125 mission to service

Space Shuttle Atlantis prepares for landing
May 24, 2009 - Space Shuttle Atlantis settles down toward Runway 22 at Edwards Air Force Base as it concludes its historic final servicing mission to the Hubble Space Telescope

An overhead view of Space Shuttle Atlantis atop a modified 747 aircraft
Overhead view of Space Shuttle Atlantis atop a modified 747 airplane as the craft flew over Californias high desert

Viewed across the basin, Space Shuttle Atlantis crawls toward the launch pad
September 4, 2008 - Viewed across the turn basin near the Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center, space shuttle Atlantis crawls toward Launch Pad 39A. ašaš

The final launch of Space Shuttle Atlantis
July 8, 2011 - Space shuttle Atlantis just before it disappears into the clouds, Cape Canaveral, Florida

Atlantis rolls toward the open doors of the Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy
October 20, 2008 - Atlantis rolls toward the open doors of the Vehicle Assembly Building after rolling back from Launch Pad 39A. The journey from the pad took about six hours. aš

Space shuttle Atlantis rolls out of Orbiter Processing Facility 1 at Kennedy Space Center
March 23, 2009 - Space shuttle Atlantis rolls out of Orbiter Processing Facility 1 at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida to roll over to the Vehicle Assembly Building

Cloud vortex streets off the coast of northwestern Africa
May 15, 2009 -Low-level winds rushing over the Cape Verde Islands off the coast of northwestern Africa created cloud vortex streets which share this scene with the top of the Hubble Space Telescope

Space shuttle Atlantis unfurls its drag chute upon landing at Kennedy Space Center
Cape Canaveral, Florida, November 27, 2009 - The drag chute unfurls as space shuttle Atlantis lands on Runway 33 at the Shuttle Landing Facility at Kennedy Space Center in Florida after 11 days in

Space shuttle Atlantis atop the mobile launcher platform sits on the launch pad
April 17, 2009 - Space shuttle Atlantis atop the mobile launcher platform sits on Launch Pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. At left is the Vehicle Assembly Building

Close-up of Space Shuttle Atlantis
June 15, 2007 - Medium close-up scene of Atlantis port side orbital maneuvering system pod prior to repair work performed by a STS-117 mission specialist

Space shuttle Atlantis approaches the top of Launch Pad 39A at Kennedy Space Center
September 4, 2008 - Space shuttle Atlantis approaches the top of Launch Pad 39A. The shuttle stack, with solid rocket boosters

Journey: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster
Journey - Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster. It reads: Not all those who wander are lost. ~ J.R.R. Tolkien

Space Shuttle Atlantis clears the tower at the Kennedy Space Center, Florida
November 16, 2009 - Space Shuttle Atlantis clears the tower at the Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral, Florida, as it commences mission STS-129

Space Shuttle Atlantis lifts off from its launch pad toward Earth orbit
Cape Canaveral, Florida, May 11, 2009 - Space Shuttle Atlantis lifts off from launch pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in to Earth orbit and rendezvous with the Hubble Space Telescope

Space Shuttle Atlantis and Endeavour sit on their launch pads at Kennedy Space Center
April 18, 2009 - On Launch Pad 39B (left) at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, space shuttle Endeavour stands just a few miles from space shuttle Atlantis on Launch Pad 39A (right)

Space Shuttle Atlantis approaching the International Space Station
June 10, 2007 - Space Shuttle Atlantis approaches the Interntional Space Station during STS-117 rendezvous and docking operations, backdropped by a blue and white part of Earth

A docked Soyuz spacecraft over the docked space shuttle Atlantis
November 22, 2009 - A docked Soyuz spacecraft over the docked space shuttle Atlantis. A scene of Earths horizon forms the background

A partial view of Space Shuttle Atlantis backdropped by a blue and white Earth
November 17, 2009 - Backdropped by a blue and white part of Earth, a partial view of Space Shuttle Atlantis payload bay, vertical stabilizer

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"OV 104: A Journey to Remember" CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Space shuttle Atlantis returns to Earth for the last time on Runway 15 at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. The end of an era marked by a bittersweet landing, as this iconic spacecraft bids farewell to the stars it once explored. KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- This fish-eye view shows space shuttle Atlantis just after liftoff from Launch Pad 39A at Cape Canaveral. A moment frozen in time, capturing the immense power and ambition that propelled humanity into the vastness of space. CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - Current and former NASA astronauts, including some who flew on missions aboard space shuttles gather together in a poignant reunion. Their shared experiences and memories serve as a testament to human determination and exploration. CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - A rainbow forms behind NASA's Shuttle Carrier Aircraft (SCA), painting a vibrant backdrop against which dreams take flight. Symbolizing hope and unity amidst technological marvels soaring through the skies. Fla. - Film crews and photographers eagerly await as space shuttle Atlantis is transported along the NASA grounds; their lenses poised to capture history unfolding before their eyes. Fla. - The camera captures space shuttle Endeavour's underbelly as it is lifted into position with utmost care and precision—a delicate dance between man-made ingenuity and scientific progress. Fla. - Technicians tow space shuttle Atlantis into High Bay 4 of the Vehicle Assembly Building after completing its final mission—a solemn procession marking both an end and new beginnings for mankind's quest beyond our planet's boundaries. Fla. - After a stop at Space Florida's Exploration Park to provide guests with one last glimpse of greatness up close—space shuttle Atlantis embarks on its final journey, leaving behind a legacy that will inspire generations to come.