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Will the space shuttle Discovery (STS-133) launch on Feb 24th?

Will the space shuttle Discovery (STS-133) launch on Feb 24th?

Asked by: Super UserOrlin in Science » Space
Settled on 02/24/2011 22:00 Settled by Super Usergotmick
Winning option:s Space shuttle Discovery launches on final flight

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2011/02/24/scitech/main20036084.shtml

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Yes
Yes
No
No

Background

STS-133 will be the 35th U.S. mission to the International Space Station. The flight will carry the fourth ExPRESS Logistics Carrier with spare parts for the station. Discovery will also deliver the Permanent Multipurpose Module (PMM). Delayed from Nov. 1 and Nov. 2. Moved again from Nov. 3 by main engine controller issue. Scrubbed on Nov. 4 by weather. Scrubbed on Nov. 5 for gaseous hydrogen leak on ground umbilical carrier plate. Delayed from Nov. 30, Dec. 3 and Dec. 17 due to external tank stringer cracks. Delayed from Feb. 3 for repairs.

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