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Space Shuttle Atlantis

Coverage of Space Shuttle Atlantis in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 26 · 10:00 UTCMost recent: Jul 26 · 08:30 UTC
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  • TECHNOLOGYJul 26 · 08:30 UTCTHE REGISTER
    The last Space Shuttle returned to Earth 15 years ago

    Fifteen years ago, Space Shuttle Atlantis completed the final mission of NASA's Space Shuttle program with STS-135. The mission, crewed by Christopher Ferguson, Douglas Hurley, Sandra Magnus, and Rex Walheim, marked the end of U.S. crewed spaceflight until SpaceX's Commercial Crew Program resumed launches in 2020.

  • SCIENCEJun 26 · 10:00 UTCTHE REGISTER
    Space Shuttle Endeavour stacks up nicely for new California exhibit

    The California Science Center has unveiled the Space Shuttle Endeavour in a launch-position exhibit at the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, set to open in November 2026. The display includes the external tank and solid rocket boosters, with earthquake safety measures like a 1,800-ton concrete slab. The exhibit contrasts with Atlantis at Kennedy Space Center and highlights Endeavour's readiness for launch.