Tag: KSC

Space shuttle Atlantis

Describe your most memorable vacation.

For me the most memorable holiday I’ve ever had was in Florida the date was 16th September 1996.

STS-79 Atlantis. Photo NASA

That was the date I was at KSC to see the launch of STS-79 the space shuttle Atlantis as it lifted off to dock with the Russian space station MIR.

Space shuttle display KSC
Pad 39A KSC
Mission badge

A beautiful day and one of the most unbelievable sights you will ever observe when a mighty, rocket propelled machine fights to break free of the confines of earths gravity on the way to space.

I’ll never forget it, it was one of those moments that is etched in the memory for life.

A truly stunning sight, an unforgettable day.

Stay safe.

STS 79 Launch Kennedy LC-39A

Describe one of your favorite moments.

I was very fortunate to see the launch of a space shuttle.

STS-79 mission patch

The date was 16th September 1996 and the launch was the 17th launch of the space shuttle Atlantis as STS-79. Its mission was to dock with the Russian space station Mir, and to deliver equipment and supplies and relief personnel.

I was fortunate that we were holidaying in Florida at the time, so it all blended in just lovely.

Launch pad 39a
KSC Shuttle display

We had travelled to KSC a few days prior to launch and did the full touristy thing, we went back a few days later in the very early hours of the morning to watch the launch and were not disappointed. It truly is a moment that will stay in my mind forever.

Happy day to you all