NASA announces launch dates, backup commander

The STS-134 commander, Mark Kelly, has been provided with a backup, Rick Sturckow, so that he can focus on his wife's recovery. Photo Credit: NASA.gov

In the wake of the tragedy that took place last week in Tucson, Arizona, NASA has announced that astronaut Rick Sturckow will serve as backup commander for the STS-134 mission on the shuttle – Endeavour. This was decided so that the remainder of the crew could move forward with training during the absence of current STS-134 Commander Mark Kelly. (...)
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