NASA's Stratospheric Observatory
NASA's Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (Sofia) flew for the first time Apr. 26 after extensive modifications to accommodate a German-built 45,000-lb., 2.5-meter (8.2-ft.) infrared telescope. L-3 Integrated Systems of Waco, Tex., modified the Boeing 747SP with a 16-ft.-tall door that...
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