G-II Shuttle Training Aircraft Flights (2010-2011)

G-II Shuttle Training Aircraft Flights (2010-2011)Space Shuttle Training Aircraft flights for STS-132 Atlantis, STS-133 Discovery and STS-134 Endeavour. The STA is a Grumman American Aviation-built Gulfstream II jet modified to simulate a shuttle’s cockpit, motion and handling qualities. The test provides astronauts and ground crews with an opportunity to participate in various simulated countdown activities, including equipment familiarization and emergency training.

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