Atlantis completed the last ever Shuttle flight, STS-135, on July 21, 2011. Discovery completed its final flight on March 9, 2011, and Endeavour completed its final flight on June 1, 2011. In 2003, Columbia was destroyed during re-entry, leaving just three remaining orbiters. Endeavour was built as Challenger's replacement, and was first launched in 1992. In 1986, Challenger was destroyed in an accident during launch.
Challenger, Discovery, and Atlantis followed in 1983, 19 respectively. Enterprise was partially disassembled and retired after completion of critical testing.Ĭolumbia was the first space-worthy orbiter, and made its inaugural flight in 1981. The remaining orbiters were fully operational spacecraft, and were launched vertically as part of the Space Shuttle stack.
#MODEL OF 1981 SPACE SHUTTLE ENTERPRISE WOODEN BASE SERIES#
An unpowered glider, it was carried by a modified Boeing 747 airliner called the Shuttle Carrier Aircraft and released for a series of atmospheric test flights and landings. The first orbiter, Enterprise, made its maiden flight in 1977. All were built by the Pittsburgh, PA based Rockwell International company in Palmdale, California. Six orbiters were built for flight: Enterprise, Columbia, Challenger, Discovery, Atlantis, and Endeavour. space agency, this vehicle could carry astronauts and payloads into low Earth orbit, perform in-space operations, then re-enter the atmosphere and land as a glider, returning its crew and any on-board payload to the Earth. The Space Shuttle orbiter was the reusable spaceplane component of the Space Shuttle program. Wholesale and retail and general customization inquiries welcome. Wall plaque or seal for military, government or private customers. We also produce Gerrry Anderson models, model airship, blimp, dirigible, blimps, boat,and ship collectibles. We can also make bespoke scale replicas of any other private / civil commercial airliner or airliners, helicopter, glider, gliders with engines, military jet, warplane jets, propeller warplanes, biplane, triplane, tail fin, spacecraft, rocket or NASA model you require in any airline, military or civilian livery or colors. This model plane is for sure one of the most appropriate and desirably collectable gifts for every Space or Science Fiction enthusiast and avid Spaceship or Scifi collector whilst also displaying a perfect resemblance to the actual NASA Space Shuttle Orbiter Model. This top-quality replica will surely enthral anyone who receives this stylish desktop display as a gift. The model crafts paint scheme, markings and parts are closely matched, reflecting the original.
Our craftsmen and gifted artisans ensure that our finely handcrafted models match the precise blueprint details of the original craft. Many collectors and model connoisseurs demonstrate their preference for genuine handmade and hand painted mahogany wood models rather than plastic, resin or die cast (diecast) alternatives due to the overall look and totally different feel of the item - we trust you will find the same. The model craft is made of the finest kiln dried renewable mahogany wood (commonly known as Lauan or Meranti) which has undergone many stages of carving and meticulous and careful sanding giving the beautiful finished museum quality masterpiece. It comes standard with a robust, durable base or stand which is available in a variety of different finishes designed to match your own personal requirements including solid wood, wood with polished chrome steel supports or adjustable wood wall mount and will be ready within about 10-12 weeks (Updated on April 8, 2022) from placement of order. Our NASA Space Shuttle Orbiter Model scale model aircraft exhibits unique, unrivalled quality and detailed design to come as close as possible to the accuracy of the actual plane.
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