Space Shuttle Columbia

Space Shuttle Columbia (NASA Orbiter Vehicle Designation: OV-102) was the first space shuttle in NASA's orbital fleet. Its first mission, STS-1, lasted from April 12 to April 14, 1981. On February 1, 2003, Columbia disintegrated during re-entry on its 28th mission; all seven crew members aboard were killed (see Space Shuttle Columbia disaster).

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NASA - Orbiter Vehicle Designation - Space shuttle - STS-1 - April 12 - April 14 - 1981 - February 1 - 2003 - Space Shuttle Columbia disaster

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