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STS-51D / Discovery Patch

STS-51D / Discovery Patch

Item PASTS51D Price $4.95

First flight of a United States Senator in space. Canadian Anik C-1 Communications Satellite was successfully deployed. Leasat 3 satellite also was successfully deployed, but its "kick motor" failed to ignite. Mission was extended two days to attempt satellite repairs. Griggs and Hoffman performed EVA to make repairs, but the attempt was unsuccessful. Landed at Kennedy Space Center, FL on April 19 at 8:55 AM EST. Mission duration was six days, 23 hours, 55 minutes and 20 seconds. Space Shuttle Discovery traveled 2 million miles in 110 orbits.

Patch description: The dominant features of the STS-51D emblem are an orbit formed by a Colonial American flag and a Space Shuttle. The flag in orbit signifies the U.S. flag to indicate that it comes from this country and the American people. The original 13- star flag is used to symbolize a continuity of technical achievement and progress since colonial times. The name Discovery preceding the flag represents the spirit of Discovery and exploration of new frontiers which have been a hallmark of American people even before they were formed together as a nation.

4" diameter embroidered patch.

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