RARE NASA STS-7 "Orbit 81" Decal FLOWN IN SPACE

Description: For sale is a rare collectible piece of space history from the Space Shuttle Challenger STS-7 mission, fresh to the market from the estate of Thomas N. Tate in Washington DC, a significant figure in the aerospace industry. This is a framed presentation including an "Orbit 81" decal that was flown in space aboard the Challenger during it's historic mission carrying Sally Ride, the first American woman to fly in space. The presentation bears the signatures of the complete STS-7 astronaut crew: Robert Crippen, Frederick Hauck, Sally Ride, John Fabian and Norman Thagard. This piece was presented to Thomas Tate and it also carries the signatures of the two New Jersey high school principals involved in the "Orbit 81" project. The "Orbit 81" project was an educational initiative that involved students from Camden High School and Woodrow Wilson High School, NJ. The project culminated in sending an ant colony into space as part of a science experiment aboard STS-7. Size: frame measures approx. 15 x 12 inches. Key Features:Flown in Space Decal: The "Orbit 81" decal included in this presentation was flown aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger STS-7, one of NASA's historic shuttle missions.Astronaut Signatures: The presentation bears the signatures of the complete STS-7 astronaut crew:Robert L. Crippen (Commander)Frederick H. Hauck (Pilot)Sally K. Ride (Mission Specialist, First American Woman in Space)John M. Fabian (Mission Specialist)Norman E. Thagard (Mission Specialist)Presentation to Thomas N. Tate: This piece was awarded to Thomas N. Tate, a key player in the aerospace industry, who worked extensively with NASA and the Space Shuttle program.Orbit 81 Project: This plaque also commemorates the "Orbit 81" project, an educational initiative that involved students from Camden High School and Woodrow Wilson High School. The project culminated in sending an ant colony into space as part of a science experiment aboard STS-7. Historical Significance: The STS-7 mission is a hallmark in space history, being Sally Ride's first flight and a milestone for women in space exploration. The "Orbit 81" project is a notable educational collaboration, which saw student-designed experiments take flight on the Shuttle. This flown decal encapsulates the spirit of scientific exploration and space education. Provenance: This item was acquired from the estate of Thomas N. Tate, a distinguished aerospace executive and NASA advisor, during an estate sale in Washington, D.C. Tate was deeply involved in space and science policy, making this piece an even more remarkable addition to any collection.

Price: 795 USD

Location: Chevy Chase, Maryland

End Time: 2024-11-04T21:49:02.000Z

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