Today is the last launch of the Space Shuttle Endeavor, it's mission is to deliver the Express Logistics Carrier-3 (ELC-3) and the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer (AMS) and a pallet loaded with spare parts to the International Space Station during a 14-day mission. The AMS is a cutting-edge physics experiment designed to look for anti-matter in the cosmos and perhaps unlock the mystery of what makes up most of the mass in the universe. The Endeavor shuttle will go to its final resting place at the California Science Center in Los Angeles after this mission. The Discovery had its last mission in March and is going to the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum; the Atlantis shuttle will have a launch at the end of June and will stay at the Kennedy Space Center; and the Enterprise, the first orbiter built, will move from the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum to the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York.
We made it to Titusville, although we had to take the ICW because the wind outside was completely against us. So, while we don't like to motor inside, it was the best way to get here and this was on our must-do list. We are anchored outside of the Titusville City Marina, which is basically across from the launch pad. We hear the crowds will be huge today, so we're glad we're on a boat and not having to deal with the traffic.
The weather yesterday afternoon was crazy, we had strong winds, heavy rain and hail! Today is a bit better but still, intermittent rain, windy, and low cloud cover. I hope it clears up so we can get some good pictures!
I was on the way to paddle in my kayak to the cape and watch it when i heard it was scrubbed. so i went fishin at ponce inlet instead.. i ended up catchin a 3 foot bonnethead shark!! tell everyone i said hi! - JASON
ReplyDeleteWow! Cooper wants to know if you ate it (I told him, I didn't think so). We may stay for the launch if it happens in the next few days. If you will be around for it, email us.
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