Tuesday the space shuttle crew participated in interviews and prepared for its return to Earth. The first landing opportunity for Atlantis is Wednesday at 8:48 a.m. EDT at Kennedy Space Center.
Wednesday weather forecasts for Kennedy Space Center were generally favorable, though there was a chance of showers within 30 miles of the runway.
Tuesday the space shuttle crew prepared for its return to Earth. The first landing opportunity for Atlantis' planned final mission is Wednesday at 8:48 a.m. EDT at Kennedy Space Center.
Commander Ken Ham, Pilot Tony Antonelli and Mission Specialist Mike Good performed a test of the flight control system and a "hot fire" of the reaction control system in preparation for landing opportunities.
Mission Specialists Garrett Reisman, Steve Bowen and Piers Sellers worked on final packing and stowage activities throughout the day. Each of the crew members also exercised and participated in a briefing to review the deorbit plans.
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