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STS100-389-024 - STS-100 - Crewmembers work in the Multipurpose Logistics Module (MPLM) during STS-100

STS100-389-024 - STS-100 - Crewmembers work in the Multipurpose Logist...

The original finding aid described this as: Description: Commander Kent V. Rominger (left), Mission Specialist (MS) John L. Phillips (bottom) and MS Umberto Guidoni work with stowage equipment in the Multipurp... More

STS100-389-027 - STS-100 - Crewmembers work in the Multipurpose Logistics Module (MPLM) during STS-100

STS100-389-027 - STS-100 - Crewmembers work in the Multipurpose Logist...

The original finding aid described this as: Description: Commander Kent V. Rominger (left top), Mission Specialist (MS) John L. Phillips (center) and MS Umberto Guidoni work with stowage equipment in the Multi... More

STS100-389-025 - STS-100 - Crewmembers work in the Multipurpose Logistics Module (MPLM) during STS-100

STS100-389-025 - STS-100 - Crewmembers work in the Multipurpose Logist...

The original finding aid described this as: Description: Commander Kent V. Rominger (left), Mission Specialist (MS) John L. Phillips (right) and MS Umberto Guidoni work with stowage equipment in the Multipurpo... More

STS100-389-026 - STS-100 - Crewmembers work in the Multipurpose Logistics Module (MPLM) during STS-100

STS100-389-026 - STS-100 - Crewmembers work in the Multipurpose Logist...

The original finding aid described this as: Description: Commander Kent V. Rominger (left top), Mission Specialist (MS) John L. Phillips (center) and MS Umberto Guidoni work with stowage equipment in the Multi... More

STS100-389-023 - STS-100 - Crewmembers work in the Multipurpose Logistics Module (MPLM) during STS-100

STS100-389-023 - STS-100 - Crewmembers work in the Multipurpose Logist...

The original finding aid described this as: Description: Mission Specialist (MS) Scott E. Parazynski (left), Commander Kent V. Rominger (center) and MS Umberto Guidoni work with stowage equipment in the Multip... More

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Participants pose for a photo at the Space Station Processing Facility ceremony transferring the "Leonardo" Multipurpose Logistics Module (MPLM) from the Italian Space Agency, Agenzia Spaziale Italiana (ASI), to NASA. From left, they are astronaut Jim Voss, European Space Agency astronauts Umberto Guidoni of Italy and Christer Fuglesang of Sweden, NASA International Space Station Program Manager Randy Brinkley, NASA Administrator Daniel S. Goldin, ASI President Sergio De Julio and Stephen Francois, director, International Space Station Launch Site Support at KSC. The MPLM, a reusable logistics carrier, will be the primary delivery system used to resupply and return International Space Station cargo requiring a pressurized environment. Leonardo is the first of three MPLM carriers for the International Space Station. It is scheduled to be launched on Space Shuttle Mission STS-100, targeted for April 2000 KSC-98pc1776

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Participants pose for a photo at the Spa...

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Participants pose for a photo at the Space Station Processing Facility ceremony transferring the "Leonardo" Multipurpose Logistics Module (MPLM) from the Italian Space Agency, Agen... More

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Participants pose for a photo at the Space Station Processing Facility ceremony transferring the "Leonardo" Multipurpose Logistics Module (MPLM) from the Italian Space Agency, Agenzia Spaziale Italiana (ASI), to NASA. From left, they are astronaut Jim Voss, ASI President Sergio De Julio, European Space Agency astronaut Umberto Guidoni of Italy, NASA Administrator Daniel S. Goldin and European Space Agency astronaut Christer Fuglesang of Sweden. The MPLM, a reusable logistics carrier, will be the primary delivery system used to resupply and return International Space Station cargo requiring a pressurized environment. Leonardo is the first of three MPLM carriers for the International Space Station. It is scheduled to be launched on Space Shuttle Mission STS-100, targeted for April 2000 KSC-98pc1774

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Participants pose for a photo at the Spa...

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Participants pose for a photo at the Space Station Processing Facility ceremony transferring the "Leonardo" Multipurpose Logistics Module (MPLM) from the Italian Space Agency, Agen... More

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Participants pose for a photo at the Space Station Processing Facility ceremony transferring the "Leonardo" Multipurpose Logistics Module (MPLM) from the Italian Space Agency, Agenzia Spaziale Italiana (ASI), to NASA. From left, they are astronaut Jim Voss, ASI President Sergio De Julio, European Space Agency astronaut Umberto Guidoni of Italy, NASA Administrator Daniel S. Goldin and European Space Agency astronaut Christer Fuglesang of Sweden. The MPLM, a reusable logistics carrier, will be the primary delivery system used to resupply and return International Space Station cargo requiring a pressurized environment. Leonardo is the first of three MPLM carriers for the International Space Station. It is scheduled to be launched on Space Shuttle Mission STS-100, targeted for April 2000 KSC-98pc1775

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Participants pose for a photo at the Spa...

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Participants pose for a photo at the Space Station Processing Facility ceremony transferring the "Leonardo" Multipurpose Logistics Module (MPLM) from the Italian Space Agency, Agen... More

A worker (left) in the Space Station Processing Facility explains use of the equipment in the foreground to STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni (center) and Commander Kent Rominger (right). Guidoni is with the European Space Agency. Mission STS-100, scheduled to launch April 19, 2001, will include the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module (MPLM) Raffaello and the Space Station Remote Manipulator System (SSRMS) as its payload. MPLMs are pressurized modules that will serve as the International Space Station's “moving vans,” carrying laboratory racks filled with equipment, experiments and supplies to and from the station aboard the Space Shuttle. The SSRMS is the primary means of transferring payloads between the orbiter payload bay and the International Space Station for assembly KSC-00pp1453

A worker (left) in the Space Station Processing Facility explains use ...

A worker (left) in the Space Station Processing Facility explains use of the equipment in the foreground to STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni (center) and Commander Kent Rominger (right). Guidoni is wi... More

STS-100 Commander Kent Rominger and Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni (right), with the European Space Agency, pose for a photo during Crew Equipment Interface Test activities in the Space Station Processing Facility. Behind them is the Space Station Remote Manipulator System (SSRMS), also known as the Canadian arm, which is part of the payload on their mission. The SSRMS is the primary means of transferring payloads between the orbiter payload bay and the International Space Station for assembly. The 56-foot-long robotic arm includes two 12-foot booms joined by a hinge. Seven joints on the arm allow highly flexible and precise movement. The payload also includes the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module (MPLM) Raffaello. MPLMs are pressurized modules that will serve as the International Space Station's “moving vans,” carrying laboratory racks filled with equipment, experiments and supplies to and from the station aboard the Space Shuttle. Mission STS-100 is scheduled to launch April 19, 2001 KSC-00pp1452

STS-100 Commander Kent Rominger and Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni...

STS-100 Commander Kent Rominger and Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni (right), with the European Space Agency, pose for a photo during Crew Equipment Interface Test activities in the Space Station Processing F... More

With workers looking on, STS-100 crew members check out equipment inside the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello, located in the Space Station Processing Facility. Standing at center is Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni, with the European Space Agency. Kneeling at right is Commander Kent Rominger. Mission STS-100, scheduled to launch April 19, 2001, will include Raffaello as well as the Space Station Remote Manipulator System (SSRMS) as its payload. MPLMs are pressurized modules that will serve as the International Space Station's “moving vans,” carrying laboratory racks filled with equipment, experiments and supplies to and from the station aboard the Space Shuttle. The SSRMS is the primary means of transferring payloads between the orbiter payload bay and the International Space Station for assembly KSC-00pp1458

With workers looking on, STS-100 crew members check out equipment insi...

With workers looking on, STS-100 crew members check out equipment inside the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello, located in the Space Station Processing Facility. Standing at center is Mission Specialist ... More

With workers at left looking on, STS-100 crew members check out equipment inside the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello, located in the Space Station Processing Facility. At right is Commander Kent Rominger; to his left in the photo is Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni, with the European Space Agency. Mission STS-100, scheduled to launch April 19, 2001, will include Raffaello as well as the Space Station Remote Manipulator System (SSRMS) as its payload. MPLMs are pressurized modules that will serve as the International Space Station's “moving vans,” carrying laboratory racks filled with equipment, experiments and supplies to and from the station aboard the Space Shuttle. The SSRMS is the primary means of transferring payloads between the orbiter payload bay and the International Space Station for assembly KSC-00pp1457

With workers at left looking on, STS-100 crew members check out equipm...

With workers at left looking on, STS-100 crew members check out equipment inside the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello, located in the Space Station Processing Facility. At right is Commander Kent Roming... More

STS-100 Commander Kent Rominger and Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency, look over the inside of Raffaello, a Multi-Purpose Logistics Module. Mission STS-100, scheduled to launch April 19, 2001, will include Raffaello as well as the Space Station Remote Manipulator System (SSRMS) as its payload. MPLMs are pressurized modules that will serve as the International Space Station's “moving vans,” carrying laboratory racks filled with equipment, experiments and supplies to and from the station aboard the Space Shuttle. The SSRMS is the primary means of transferring payloads between the orbiter payload bay and the International Space Station for assembly KSC-00pp1456

STS-100 Commander Kent Rominger and Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni...

STS-100 Commander Kent Rominger and Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency, look over the inside of Raffaello, a Multi-Purpose Logistics Module. Mission STS-100, scheduled to ... More

In the Space Station Processing Facility, STS-100 Commander Kent Rominger and Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency, look over equipment on the floor. Mission STS-100, scheduled to launch April 19, 2001, will include the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module (MPLM) Raffaello and the Space Station Remote Manipulator System (SSRMS) as its payload. MPLMs are pressurized modules that will serve as the International Space Station's “moving vans,” carrying laboratory racks filled with equipment, experiments and supplies to and from the station aboard the Space Shuttle. The SSRMS is the primary means of transferring payloads between the orbiter payload bay and the International Space Station for assembly KSC-00pp1455

In the Space Station Processing Facility, STS-100 Commander Kent Romin...

In the Space Station Processing Facility, STS-100 Commander Kent Rominger and Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency, look over equipment on the floor. Mission STS-100, schedu... More

In the Space Station Processing Facility, STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni (left) and Commander Kent Rominger (center back), along with two workers, take a close look at equipment on the floor. Guidoni is with the European Space Agency. Mission STS-100, scheduled to launch April 19, 2001, will include the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module (MPLM) Raffaello and the Space Station Remote Manipulator System (SSRMS) as its payload. MPLMs are pressurized modules that will serve as the International Space Station's “moving vans,” carrying laboratory racks filled with equipment, experiments and supplies to and from the station aboard the Space Shuttle. The SSRMS is the primary means of transferring payloads between the orbiter payload bay and the International Space Station for assembly KSC-00pp1454

In the Space Station Processing Facility, STS-100 Mission Specialist U...

In the Space Station Processing Facility, STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni (left) and Commander Kent Rominger (center back), along with two workers, take a close look at equipment on the floor. Guidon... More

Members of the STS-100 crew check out Endeavour inside the Orbiter Processing Facility bay 2. In their blue uniforms, they are (front to back) Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeff rey S. Ashby, and Mission Specialists Yuri Lonchakov, who is with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency, and Chris Hadfield, who is with the Canadian Space Agency. Other crew members at KSC for the CEIT are Mission Specialists Scott Parazynski and Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency. Endeavour is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0539

Members of the STS-100 crew check out Endeavour inside the Orbiter Pro...

Members of the STS-100 crew check out Endeavour inside the Orbiter Processing Facility bay 2. In their blue uniforms, they are (front to back) Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeff rey S. Ashby, and Mission Sp... More

Dressed in protective clothing, STS-100 Mission Specialist Chris Hadfield looks at equipment in the payload bay of orbiter Endeavour during a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT). Other crew members at KSC for the CEIT are Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Scott Parazynski, John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency, and Yuri Lonchakov, who is with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency. Endeavour is also carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0545

Dressed in protective clothing, STS-100 Mission Specialist Chris Hadfi...

Dressed in protective clothing, STS-100 Mission Specialist Chris Hadfield looks at equipment in the payload bay of orbiter Endeavour during a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT). Other crew members at KSC for ... More

During a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) at KSC, STS-100 Commander Kent V. Rominger checks out the windshield in orbiter Endeavour. Other crew members at KSC for the CEIT are Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield, who is with the Canadian Space Agency, Scott Parazynski, John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency, and Yuri Lonchakov, who is with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The orbiter is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0540

During a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) at KSC, STS-100 Commande...

During a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) at KSC, STS-100 Commander Kent V. Rominger checks out the windshield in orbiter Endeavour. Other crew members at KSC for the CEIT are Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mis... More

STS-100 Mission Specialists Scott Parazynski (left) and Yuri Lonchakov, who is with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency, look over equipment that will be used during their mission. They are taking part in a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) at KSC, along with other crew members Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield, who is with the Canadian Space Agency, John L. Phillips and Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency. The orbiter is also carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0549

STS-100 Mission Specialists Scott Parazynski (left) and Yuri Lonchakov...

STS-100 Mission Specialists Scott Parazynski (left) and Yuri Lonchakov, who is with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency, look over equipment that will be used during their mission. They are taking part in a C... More

STS-100 Mission Specialists Scott Parazynski and Chris Hadfield look at the reel tether on the crew compartment hatch. They are taking part in a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) along with other crew members Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency, and Yuri Lonchakov, who is with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. Endeavour is also carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0548

STS-100 Mission Specialists Scott Parazynski and Chris Hadfield look a...

STS-100 Mission Specialists Scott Parazynski and Chris Hadfield look at the reel tether on the crew compartment hatch. They are taking part in a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) along with other crew member... More

In the Orbiter Processing Facility bay 2, members of the STS-100 crew look over the payload in Endeavour during a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) at KSC. Lowered into the payload bay, they are looking at the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS. The crew comprises Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield, who is with the Canadian Space Agency, Scott Parazynski, John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency, and Yuri Lonchakov, who is with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The orbiter is also carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS will be attached to the Space Station to aid in assembling future components. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0542

In the Orbiter Processing Facility bay 2, members of the STS-100 crew ...

In the Orbiter Processing Facility bay 2, members of the STS-100 crew look over the payload in Endeavour during a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) at KSC. Lowered into the payload bay, they are looking at t... More

During a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) at KSC, STS-100 Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby checks out the windshield in orbiter Endeavour. Other crew members at KSC for the CEIT are Commander Kent V. Rominger and Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield, who is with the Canadian Space Agency, Scott Parazynski, John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency, and Yuri Lonchakov, who is with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The orbiter is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0541

During a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) at KSC, STS-100 Pilot Je...

During a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) at KSC, STS-100 Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby checks out the windshield in orbiter Endeavour. Other crew members at KSC for the CEIT are Commander Kent V. Rominger and Mis... More

STS-100 Mission Specialists Scott Parazynski (left), Chris Hadfield (center), who is with the Canadian Space Agency, and John L. Phillips look over equipment that will be used during their mission. They are taking part in a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) at KSC, along with other crew members Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency, and Yuri Lonchakov, who is with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The orbiter is also carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0544

STS-100 Mission Specialists Scott Parazynski (left), Chris Hadfield (c...

STS-100 Mission Specialists Scott Parazynski (left), Chris Hadfield (center), who is with the Canadian Space Agency, and John L. Phillips look over equipment that will be used during their mission. They are tak... More

STS-100 Mission Specialists Scott Parazynski (left) and Chris Hadfield (right), who is with the Canadian Space Agency, look over equipment that will be used during their mission. They are taking part in a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) at KSC, along with other crew members Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency, and Yuri Lonchakov, who is with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The orbiter is also carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0543

STS-100 Mission Specialists Scott Parazynski (left) and Chris Hadfield...

STS-100 Mission Specialists Scott Parazynski (left) and Chris Hadfield (right), who is with the Canadian Space Agency, look over equipment that will be used during their mission. They are taking part in a Crew ... More

In the Orbiter Processing Facility bay 2, members of the STS-100 crew get a look at the payload inside Endeavour. Stretching the length of the payload bay is the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, that they will be attaching to the Space Station for use in assembling future components. . The crew, who are taking part in a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT), comprises Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield, who is with the Canadian Space Agency, Scott Parazynski, John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency, and Yuri Lonchakov, who is with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. Endeavour is also carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0546

In the Orbiter Processing Facility bay 2, members of the STS-100 crew ...

In the Orbiter Processing Facility bay 2, members of the STS-100 crew get a look at the payload inside Endeavour. Stretching the length of the payload bay is the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, that they will be a... More

In the Orbiter Processing Facility bay 2, STS-100 Mission Specialist Scott Parazynski (left, foreground) and Chris Hadfield (right, foreground) look over the docking mechanism in payload bay of Endeavour. They are taking part in a Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT) along with other crew members Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni, who is with the European Space Agency, and Yuri Lonchakov, who is with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. Endeavour is also carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0547

In the Orbiter Processing Facility bay 2, STS-100 Mission Specialist S...

In the Orbiter Processing Facility bay 2, STS-100 Mission Specialist Scott Parazynski (left, foreground) and Chris Hadfield (right, foreground) look over the docking mechanism in payload bay of Endeavour. They ... More

STS-100 Mission Specialist Scott E. Parazynski is questioned by a suit technician about the fit of his helmet and suit. Parazynski and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield, John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni and Yuri Lonchakov are taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, from emergency escape training at the pad to a simulated launch countdown. An international crew, Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency, Guidoni the European Space Agency and Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex and has a unique ability to switch ends as it works, “inchworming” along the Station’s exterior. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0594

STS-100 Mission Specialist Scott E. Parazynski is questioned by a suit...

STS-100 Mission Specialist Scott E. Parazynski is questioned by a suit technician about the fit of his helmet and suit. Parazynski and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and... More

STS-100 Mission Specialist Chris Hadfield smiles for the camera during suitup in the Operations and Checkout Building. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Scott E. Parazynski, John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni and Yuri Lonchakov are taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, from emergency escape training at the pad to a simulated launch countdown. An international crew, Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency, Guidoni the European Space Agency and Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex and has a unique ability to switch ends as it works, “inchworming” along the Station’s exterior. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0593

STS-100 Mission Specialist Chris Hadfield smiles for the camera during...

STS-100 Mission Specialist Chris Hadfield smiles for the camera during suitup in the Operations and Checkout Building. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission ... More

STS-100 Mission Specialist Chris Hadfield arrives at KSC for Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Scott E. Parazynski, John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni and Yuri Lonchakov are going to be taking part in emergency escape training at the pad, equipment familiarization and a simulated launch countdown. An international crew, Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency, Guidoni the European Space Agency and Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex and has a unique ability to switch ends as it works, “inchworming” along the Station’s exterior. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0588

STS-100 Mission Specialist Chris Hadfield arrives at KSC for Terminal ...

STS-100 Mission Specialist Chris Hadfield arrives at KSC for Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Speciali... More

In the Operations and Checkout Building, a suit technician adjusts the helmet of STS-100 Mission Specialist John L. Phillips. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris A. Hadfield, Scott E. Parazynski, Umberto Guidoni and Yuri V. Lonchakovare taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, from emergency escape training at the pad to a simulated launch countdown. An international crew, Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency, Guidoni the European Space Agency and Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex and has a unique ability to switch ends as it works, “inchworming” along the Station’s exterior. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0599

In the Operations and Checkout Building, a suit technician adjusts the...

In the Operations and Checkout Building, a suit technician adjusts the helmet of STS-100 Mission Specialist John L. Phillips. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and M... More

STS-100 Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby arrives at KSC for Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger and Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield, Scott E. Parazynski, John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni and Yuri Lonchakov are going to be taking part in emergency escape training at the pad, equipment familiarization and a simulated launch countdown. An international crew, Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency, Guidoni the European Space Agency and Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex and has a unique ability to switch ends as it works, “inchworming” along the Station’s exterior. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0587

STS-100 Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby arrives at KSC for Terminal Countdown D...

STS-100 Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby arrives at KSC for Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger and Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield, Scott E. Parazy... More

STS-100 Commander Kent V. Rominger climbs out of the T-38 jet aircraft on his arrival at KSC. He and the rest of the crew Pilot Jeff Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield, Scott E. Parazynski, John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni and Yuri Lonchakov are going to take part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, from emergency escape training at the pad to a simulated launch countdown. An international crew, Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency, Guidoni the European Space Agency and Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex and has a unique ability to switch ends as it works, “inchworming” along the Station’s exterior. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0586

STS-100 Commander Kent V. Rominger climbs out of the T-38 jet aircraft...

STS-100 Commander Kent V. Rominger climbs out of the T-38 jet aircraft on his arrival at KSC. He and the rest of the crew Pilot Jeff Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield, Scott E. Parazynski, John L. Ph... More

STS-100 Commander Kent V. Rominger (left) gets a review of equipment during suitup in the Operations and Checkout Building. He and the rest of the crew Pilot Jeff Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield, Scott E. Parazynski, John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni and Yuri Lonchakov are taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, from emergency escape training at the pad to a simulated launch countdown. An international crew, Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency, Guidoni the European Space Agency and Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex and has a unique ability to switch ends as it works, “inchworming” along the Station’s exterior. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0592

STS-100 Commander Kent V. Rominger (left) gets a review of equipment d...

STS-100 Commander Kent V. Rominger (left) gets a review of equipment during suitup in the Operations and Checkout Building. He and the rest of the crew Pilot Jeff Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield, S... More

In the Operations and Checkout Building, STS-100 Mission Specialist Yuri V. Lonchakov okays the adjustment of his launch suit. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris A. Hadfield, Scott E. Parazynski, John L. Phillips and Umberto Guidoni are taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, from emergency escape training at the pad to a simulated launch countdown. An international crew, Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency, Guidoni the European Space Agency and Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex and has a unique ability to switch ends as it works, “inchworming” along the Station’s exterior. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0598

In the Operations and Checkout Building, STS-100 Mission Specialist Yu...

In the Operations and Checkout Building, STS-100 Mission Specialist Yuri V. Lonchakov okays the adjustment of his launch suit. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and ... More

In the Operations and Checkout Building, STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni has his launch suit adjusted. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris A. Hadfield, Scott E. Parazynski, John L. Phillips and Yuri V. Lonchakov are taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, from emergency escape training at the pad to a simulated launch countdown. An international crew, Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency, Guidoni the European Space Agency and Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex and has a unique ability to switch ends as it works, “inchworming” along the Station’s exterior. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0597

In the Operations and Checkout Building, STS-100 Mission Specialist Um...

In the Operations and Checkout Building, STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni has his launch suit adjusted. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Speci... More

In the Operations and Checkout Building, STS-100 Mission Specialist Scott E. Parazynski smiles for the camera during suit fit and check. Parazynski and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris A. Hadfield, John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni and Yuri V. Lonchakov are taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, from emergency escape training at the pad to a simulated launch countdown. An international crew, Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency, Guidoni the European Space Agency and Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex and has a unique ability to switch ends as it works, “inchworming” along the Station’s exterior. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0596

In the Operations and Checkout Building, STS-100 Mission Specialist Sc...

In the Operations and Checkout Building, STS-100 Mission Specialist Scott E. Parazynski smiles for the camera during suit fit and check. Parazynski and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jef... More

STS-100 Mission Specialist Yuri Lonchakov arrives at KSC for Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield, Scott E. Parazynski, John L. Phillips, and Umberto Guidoni are going to be taking part in emergency escape training at the pad, equipment familiarization and a simulated launch countdown. An international crew, Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency, Guidoni the European Space Agency and Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex and has a unique ability to switch ends as it works, “inchworming” along the Station’s exterior. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0589

STS-100 Mission Specialist Yuri Lonchakov arrives at KSC for Terminal ...

STS-100 Mission Specialist Yuri Lonchakov arrives at KSC for Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Speciali... More

In the Operations and Checkout Building, STS-100 Mission Specialist Chris Hadfield gets his launch suit adjusted by a suit technician. Hadfield and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Scott E. Parazynski, John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni and Yuri Lonchakov are taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, from emergency escape training at the pad to a simulated launch countdown. An international crew, Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency, Guidoni the European Space Agency and Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex and has a unique ability to switch ends as it works, “inchworming” along the Station’s exterior. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0595

In the Operations and Checkout Building, STS-100 Mission Specialist Ch...

In the Operations and Checkout Building, STS-100 Mission Specialist Chris Hadfield gets his launch suit adjusted by a suit technician. Hadfield and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey... More

STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni arrives at KSC for Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield, Scott E. Parazynski, John L. Phillips, and Yuri Lonchakov are going to be taking part in emergency escape training at the pad, equipment familiarization and a simulated launch countdown. An international crew, Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency, Guidoni the European Space Agency and Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex and has a unique ability to switch ends as it works, “inchworming” along the Station’s exterior. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0590

STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni arrives at KSC for Terminal...

STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni arrives at KSC for Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities. He and the rest of the crew Commander Kent V. Rominger, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Special... More

The STS-100 crew poses for a photo after landing at the Shuttle Landing Facility. They are at KSC to take part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, from emergency escape training at the pad to a simulated launch countdown. Standing, left to right, are Mission Specialists Yuri Lonchakov, John Phillips, Umberto Guidoni; Pilot Jeff Ashby; Mission Specialists Chris Hadfield and Scott Parazynski; and Commander Kent Rominger. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex and has a unique ability to switch ends as it works, “inchworming” along the Station’s exterior. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0591

The STS-100 crew poses for a photo after landing at the Shuttle Landin...

The STS-100 crew poses for a photo after landing at the Shuttle Landing Facility. They are at KSC to take part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, from emergency escape training at the pad to a... More

The STS-100 crew gathers at the bus when Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities are hampered by the rain. Standing with the bus driver, from left, are Mission Specialist John L. Phillips, Commander Kent V. Rominger, Mission Specialists Umberto Guidoni, Chris Hadfield, [driver], and Scott E. Parazynski, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialist Yuri V. Lonchakov. TCDT includes emergency escape training at the pad and a simulated launch countdown. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0614

The STS-100 crew gathers at the bus when Terminal Countdown Demonstrat...

The STS-100 crew gathers at the bus when Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities are hampered by the rain. Standing with the bus driver, from left, are Mission Specialist John L. Phillips, Commander Ke... More

KSC’s PAO videographer, Glenn Benson (left) listens to STS-100 Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby explain use of the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS (left), in the Space Station Processing Facility. At right is Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni. The STS-100 crew is at KSC for Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities that include emergency escape training at the pad and a simulated launch countdown. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0617

KSC’s PAO videographer, Glenn Benson (left) listens to STS-100 Pilot J...

KSC’s PAO videographer, Glenn Benson (left) listens to STS-100 Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby explain use of the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS (left), in the Space Station Processing Facility. At right is Mission Special... More

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- STS-100 Mission Specialists Umberto Guidoni (left), Scott E. Parazynski (center) and Chris A. Hadfield (right) conclude emergency escape training at Launch Pad 39A. Parazynski gets help with his helmet. The crew is taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities that also include a simulated launch countdown. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0626

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- STS-100 Mission Specialists Umberto Guid...

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- STS-100 Mission Specialists Umberto Guidoni (left), Scott E. Parazynski (center) and Chris A. Hadfield (right) conclude emergency escape training at Launch Pad 39A. Parazynski gets... More

The STS-100 crew pauses for a photo before walkout and the ride to Launch Pad 39A for a simulated countdown. Standing, from left, are Mission Specialists Scott E. Parazynski, Umberto Guidoni, John L. Phillips, Yuri V. Lonchakov and Chris A. Hadfield; Commander Kent V. Rominger; and Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby. The STS-100 crew is at KSC for Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities that include emergency escape training at the pad and the simulated launch countdown. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0618

The STS-100 crew pauses for a photo before walkout and the ride to Lau...

The STS-100 crew pauses for a photo before walkout and the ride to Launch Pad 39A for a simulated countdown. Standing, from left, are Mission Specialists Scott E. Parazynski, Umberto Guidoni, John L. Phillips, ... More

The STS-100 crew strides out of the Operations and Checkout Building on their way to the Astrovan and Launch Pad 39A. From front to back are Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Commander Kent V. Rominger; Mission Specialists Yuri V. Lonchakov and Chris A. Hadfield, Umberto Guidoni and John L. Phillips, with Scott E. Parazynski waving at the rear. At the pad they will take part in a simulated launch countdown. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0619

The STS-100 crew strides out of the Operations and Checkout Building o...

The STS-100 crew strides out of the Operations and Checkout Building on their way to the Astrovan and Launch Pad 39A. From front to back are Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Commander Kent V. Rominger; Mission Specia... More

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The STS-100 crew poses for a photo on the 195-foot level of Launch Pad 39A’s Fixed Service Structure. Standing, from left, are Mission Specialists Scott Umberto Guidoni, Scott E. Parazynski, Chris A. Hadfield, Yuri V. Lonchakov, and John L. Phillips; Commander Kent V. Rominger; and Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby. Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency, Guidoni with the European Space Agency and Lonchakov with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. Behind them can be seen the tip of one white solid rocket booster and the orange external tank. The STS-100 mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0627

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The STS-100 crew poses for a photo on th...

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The STS-100 crew poses for a photo on the 195-foot level of Launch Pad 39A’s Fixed Service Structure. Standing, from left, are Mission Specialists Scott Umberto Guidoni, Scott E. P... More

In the White Room, Mission Specialists Scott E. Parazynski (left) and Umberto Guidoni (right) help Yuri V. Lonchakov exit Endeavour. They and the rest of the crew are taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities that include emergency escape training at the pad and the simulated launch countdown. The mission is carrying the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello and the SSRMS, to the International Space Station. Raffaello carries six system racks and two storage racks for the U.S. Lab. The SSRMS is crucial to the continued assembly of the orbiting complex. Launch of mission STS-100 is scheduled for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0621

In the White Room, Mission Specialists Scott E. Parazynski (left) and ...

In the White Room, Mission Specialists Scott E. Parazynski (left) and Umberto Guidoni (right) help Yuri V. Lonchakov exit Endeavour. They and the rest of the crew are taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstra... More

Ready to take the wheel on the M-113 armored carrier is STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni. He and the rest of the crew are taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, which include emergency escape training, payload walkdown and a simulated launch countdown. The tracked vehicle could be used by the crew in the event of an emergency at the pad during which the crew must make a quick exit from the area. The primary payload on mission STS-100 comprises the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, and Multi-Purpose Logistics Module, Raffaello. Launch of Space Shuttle Endeavour on mission STS-100 is targeted for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0776

Ready to take the wheel on the M-113 armored carrier is STS-100 Missio...

Ready to take the wheel on the M-113 armored carrier is STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni. He and the rest of the crew are taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, which includ... More

The crew on mission STS-100 poses in the White Room during Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities. Standing, from left, are Mission Specialists Scott E. Parazynski, Yuri Lonchakov, and Umberto Guidoni; Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby; Commander Kent V. Rominger; and Mission Specialists Chris A. Hadfield and John L. Phillips. The TCDT includes emergency escape training, payload bay walkdown, and a simulated launch countdown. The primary payload comprises the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, and Multi-Purpose Logistics Module, Raffaello. Launch of Space Shuttle Endeavour on mission STS-100 is targeted for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0770

The crew on mission STS-100 poses in the White Room during Terminal Co...

The crew on mission STS-100 poses in the White Room during Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities. Standing, from left, are Mission Specialists Scott E. Parazynski, Yuri Lonchakov, and Umberto Guidon... More

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The STS-100 crew gathers on the 195-foot level of the Fixed Service Structure for slidewire basket training. The baskets are part of an emergency escape system from the orbiter and the pad. Seen, from left, are Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby; Mission Specialists Chris A. Hadfield, Yuri V. Lonchakov, Scott E. Parazynski and Umberto Guidoni; Commander Kent V. Rominger; and on the right, Mission Specialist John L. Phillips. The training is part of Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, which also include payload walkdown and a simulated launch countdown. The primary payload on mission STS-100 comprises the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, and Multi-Purpose Logistics Module, Raffaello. Launch of Space Shuttle Endeavour on mission STS-100 is targeted for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0771

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The STS-100 crew gathers on the 195-foo...

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The STS-100 crew gathers on the 195-foot level of the Fixed Service Structure for slidewire basket training. The baskets are part of an emergency escape system from the orbiter an... More

Driving an M-113 armored carrier, STS-100 Commander Kent V. Rominger kicks up dust. Passengers include the rest of the crew, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris A. Hadfield, Scott E. Parazynski, John L. Phillips, Umberto Guidoni and Yuri V. Lonchakov. Driving the tracked vehicle is part of Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, which include emergency escape training, payload walkdown and a simulated launch countdown. The primary payload on mission STS-100 comprises the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, and Multi-Purpose Logistics Module, Raffaello. Launch of Space Shuttle Endeavour on mission STS-100 is targeted for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0778

Driving an M-113 armored carrier, STS-100 Commander Kent V. Rominger k...

Driving an M-113 armored carrier, STS-100 Commander Kent V. Rominger kicks up dust. Passengers include the rest of the crew, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby and Mission Specialists Chris A. Hadfield, Scott E. Parazynsk... More

Before beginning training on the M-113 armored carrier they are sitting on, the STS-100 crew pauses for a group photo. Seen, from left, are Mission Specialists Chris A. Hadfield, Yuri V. Lonchakov, John L. Phillips, and Scott E. Parazynski; Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby; Mission Specialist Umberto guidoni; and Commander Kent V. Rominger. They are taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, which include emergency escape training, payload walkdown and a simulated launch countdown. The primary payload on mission STS-100 comprises the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, and Multi-Purpose Logistics Module, Raffaello. Launch of Space Shuttle Endeavour on mission STS-100 is targeted for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC-01pp0773

Before beginning training on the M-113 armored carrier they are sittin...

Before beginning training on the M-113 armored carrier they are sitting on, the STS-100 crew pauses for a group photo. Seen, from left, are Mission Specialists Chris A. Hadfield, Yuri V. Lonchakov, John L. Phi... More

The STS-100 crew poses for a photo after their arrival at KSC to complete Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities that were postponed earlier. Standing, from left, are Commander Kent V. Rominger; Mission Specialists Umberto Guidoni, John L. Phillips, Chris A. Hadfield and Yuri V. Lonchakov; Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby; and Mission Specialist Scott E. Parazynski. An international crew, Guidoni is with the European Space Agency, Hadfield the Canadian Space Agency, and Lonchakov the Russian Space and Aviation Agency. The TCDT includes emergency escape training, payload bay walkdown, and a simulated launch countdown. The primary payload comprises the Canadian robotic arm, SSRMS, and Multi-Purpose Logistics Module, Raffaello. Launch of Space Shuttle Endeavour on mission STS-100 is targeted for April 19 at 2:41 p.m. EDT from Launch Pad 39A KSC01pp0765

The STS-100 crew poses for a photo after their arrival at KSC to compl...

The STS-100 crew poses for a photo after their arrival at KSC to complete Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities that were postponed earlier. Standing, from left, are Commander Kent V. Rominger; Miss... More

The STS-100 crew speak to the media after their arrival at the KSC Shuttle Landing Facility. Standing, from left, are Mission Specialist Chris A. Hadfield, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby, Commander Kent V. Rominger at the microphone, and Mission Specialists John L. Phillips, Scott E. Parazynski, Umberto Guidoni and Yuri V. Lonchakov. The international crew represents, along with America, the Canadian Space Agency (Hadfield) , the European Space Agency (Guidoni), and the Russian Aviation and Space Agency (Lonchakov). The 11-day mission to the International Space Station will deliver and integrate the Spacelab Logistics Pallet/Launch Deployment Assembly, which includes the Space Station Remote Manipulator system and the UHF Antenna, and the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello. Liftoff on mission STS-100 is scheduled at 2:41 p.m. EDT April 19 KSC01pp0792

The STS-100 crew speak to the media after their arrival at the KSC Shu...

The STS-100 crew speak to the media after their arrival at the KSC Shuttle Landing Facility. Standing, from left, are Mission Specialist Chris A. Hadfield, Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby, Commander Kent V. Rominger at ... More

STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni arrives at the KSC Shuttle Landing Facility aboard a T-38 jet aircraft to get ready for launch. Guidoni is with the European Space Agency. The 11-day mission to the International Space Station will deliver and integrate the Spacelab Logistics Pallet/Launch Deployment Assembly, which includes the Space Station Remote Manipulator system and the UHF Antenna, and the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello. Liftoff on mission STS-100 is scheduled at 2:41 p.m. EDT April 19 KSC01pp0789

STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni arrives at the KSC Shuttle ...

STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni arrives at the KSC Shuttle Landing Facility aboard a T-38 jet aircraft to get ready for launch. Guidoni is with the European Space Agency. The 11-day mission to the In... More

The STS-100 crew gathers for a snack and photo before suiting up for launch. Seated around the table, from left, are Mission Specialists Umberto Guidoni, Chris A. Hadfield and John L. Phillips; Commander Kent V. Rominger; Mission Specialist Yuri V. Lonchakov; Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby; and Mission Specialist Scott E. Parazynski. The 11-day mission to the International Space Station will deliver and integrate the Spacelab Logistics Pallet/Launch Deployment Assembly, which includes the Space Station Remote Manipulator system and the UHF Antenna, and the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello. The mission includes two planned spacewalks for installation of the SSRMS. The mission is also the inaugural flight of the MPLM Raffaello, carrying resupply stowage racks and resupply/return stowage platforms. Liftoff on mission STS-100 is scheduled at 2:41 p.m. EDT April 19 KSC-01pp0807

The STS-100 crew gathers for a snack and photo before suiting up for l...

The STS-100 crew gathers for a snack and photo before suiting up for launch. Seated around the table, from left, are Mission Specialists Umberto Guidoni, Chris A. Hadfield and John L. Phillips; Commander Kent V... More

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The STS-100 crew gives thumbs up on launch as they gather near Launch Pad 39A to greet family and friends. Starting at left, they are Mission Specialists Chris A. Hadfield, John L. Phillips and Umberto Guidoni; Commander Kent V. Rominger; Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby; and Mission Specialists Scott E. Parazynski and Yuri V. Lonchakov. Hadfield is with the Canadian Space Agency; Guidoni is with the European Space Agency; and Lonchakov is with the Russian Aviation and Space Agency. In the background on the pad can be seen the tips of Space Shuttle Endeavour’s orange external tank and white solid rocket boosters. The 80-foot lightning rod towers above the Shuttle and service structures. The crew is at KSC to complete final flight plan reviews in anticipation of launch. The 11-day mission to the International Space Station will deliver and integrate the Spacelab Logistics Pallet/Launch Deployment Assembly, which includes the Space Station Remote Manipulator system and the UHF Antenna, and the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello. The mission includes two planned spacewalks for installation of the SSRMS. The mission is also the inaugural flight of the MPLM Raffaello, carrying resupply stowage racks and resupply/return stowage platforms. Liftoff on mission STS-100 is scheduled at 2:41 p.m. EDT April 19 KSC01padig198

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The STS-100 crew gives thumbs up on laun...

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The STS-100 crew gives thumbs up on launch as they gather near Launch Pad 39A to greet family and friends. Starting at left, they are Mission Specialists Chris A. Hadfield, John L.... More

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni stands near Launch Pad 39A to greet family and friends. Guidoni is with the European Space Agency. The crew is at KSC to complete final flight plan reviews in anticipation of launch. The 11-day mission to the International Space Station will deliver and integrate the Spacelab Logistics Pallet/Launch Deployment Assembly, which includes the Space Station Remote Manipulator system and the UHF Antenna, and the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello. The mission includes two planned spacewalks for installation of the SSRMS. The mission is also the inaugural flight of the MPLM Raffaello, carrying resupply stowage racks and resupply/return stowage platforms. Liftoff on mission STS-100 is scheduled at 2:41 p.m. EDT April 19 KSC01padig194

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guido...

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni stands near Launch Pad 39A to greet family and friends. Guidoni is with the European Space Agency. The crew is at KSC to complete final f... More

Leaving the Operations and Checkout Building, the STS-100 crew waves to well-wishers and heads to the Astrovan for transport to Launch Pad 39A. . Leading in front are Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby (left) and Commander Kent V. Rominger (right). Behind them are (left to right) Mission Specialists Yuri Lonchakov and Chris A. Hadfield. Next are Mission Specialists Umberto Guidoni (left) and John L. Phillips (right). Following in the rear is Mission Specialist Scott E. Parazynski. An international crew, Guidoni represents the European Space Agency, Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency and Hadfield the Canadian Space Agency. Space Shuttle Endeavour and its crew will deliver and integrate the Spacelab Logistics Pallet/Launch Deployment Assembly, which includes the Space Station Remote Manipulator System and the UHF Antenna. The mission includes two planned spacewalks for installation of the SSRMS, which will be performed by Parazynski and Hadfield. The mission is also the inaugural flight of Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello, carrying resupply stowage racks and resupply/return stowage platforms. Liftoff of Space Shuttle Endeavour on mission STS-100 is scheduled at 2:41 p.m. EDT April 19 KSC-01pp0819

Leaving the Operations and Checkout Building, the STS-100 crew waves t...

Leaving the Operations and Checkout Building, the STS-100 crew waves to well-wishers and heads to the Astrovan for transport to Launch Pad 39A. . Leading in front are Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby (left) and Commander... More

The STS-100 crew walks out of the Operations and Checkout Building on their way to Launch Pad 39A and liftoff for an 11-day mission to the International Space Station. Leading in front are Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashby (left) and Commander Kent V. Rominger (right). Behind them are (left to right) Mission Specialists Umberto Guidoni, Yuri Lonchakov and Chris A. Hadfield. Following in the rear are Mission Specialists Scott E. Parazynski (left) and John L. Phillips (right). An international crew, Guidoni represents the European Space Agency, Lonchakov the Russian Aviation and Space Agency and Hadfield the Canadian Space Agency. Space Shuttle Endeavour and its crew will deliver and integrate the Spacelab Logistics Pallet/Launch Deployment Assembly, which includes the Space Station Remote Manipulator System and the UHF Antenna. The mission includes two planned spacewalks for installation of the SSRMS, which will be performed by Parazynski and Hadfield. The mission is also the inaugural flight of Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello, carrying resupply stowage racks and resupply/return stowage platforms. Liftoff of Space Shuttle Endeavour on mission STS-100 is scheduled at 2:41 p.m. EDT April 19 KSC-01pp0818

The STS-100 crew walks out of the Operations and Checkout Building on ...

The STS-100 crew walks out of the Operations and Checkout Building on their way to Launch Pad 39A and liftoff for an 11-day mission to the International Space Station. Leading in front are Pilot Jeffrey S. Ashb... More

Happy to be suiting up for launch, STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni gives thumbs up. Guidoni is with the European Space Agency. The 11-day mission to the International Space Station will deliver and integrate the Spacelab Logistics Pallet/Launch Deployment Assembly, which includes the Space Station Remote Manipulator system and the UHF Antenna, and the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello. The mission includes two planned spacewalks for installation of the SSRMS. The mission is also the inaugural flight of Raffaello, carrying resupply stowage racks and resupply/return stowage platforms. Liftoff on mission STS-100 is scheduled at 2:41 p.m. EDT April 19 KSC-01pp0811

Happy to be suiting up for launch, STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto ...

Happy to be suiting up for launch, STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni gives thumbs up. Guidoni is with the European Space Agency. The 11-day mission to the International Space Station will deliver and i... More

In the White Room, STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni is helped with his launch and entry suit by closeout crew members Danny Wyatt (left) and George Schramm (right).  Guidoni is with the European Space Agency.  The White Room is an environmental chamber at the end of the Orbiter Access Arm that provides entry into the orbiter on the launch pad.  The  mission will deliver and integrate the Spacelab Logistics Pallet/Launch Deployment Assembly, which includes the Canadian-built Space Station Remote Manipulator System and the UHF Antenna.  Two spacewalks are planned for installation of the SSRMS, which will be performed by Mission Specialists Scott E. Parazynski and Chris A. Hadfield, who is with the Canadian Space Agency. The mission is also the inaugural flight of the Multi-Purpose Logistics Module Raffaello, carrying resupply stowage racks and resupply/return stowage platforms.  Liftoff of Space Shuttle Endeavour on mission STS-100 is scheduled at 2:41 p.m. EDT April 19 KSC-01pp0839

In the White Room, STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni is helpe...

In the White Room, STS-100 Mission Specialist Umberto Guidoni is helped with his launch and entry suit by closeout crew members Danny Wyatt (left) and George Schramm (right).  Guidoni is with the European Space... More