10 intriguing facts to know about space shuttle Endeavour ahead of upright debut

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Set us as preferred Space Shuttle Endeavour is the fifth and final operational shuttle built for NASA’s space shuttle program.It flew its first mission in May 1992, and its last mission 19 years later.

Congress approved the construction of Endeavour in 1987 to replace the Challenger, which exploded after launch the year before, killing all seven crew members including teacher Christa McAuliffe.At the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, opening Nov.

13 at the California Science Center, Endeavour is displayed for the first time ever in launch position.Here are some facts to know about this unique L.A.eye candy.Get our big stories about Hollywood, film, television, music, arts, culture and more right in your inbox as soon as they publish.

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