Weldon announces push to keep shuttle flying until Orion debut
KEEP FLYING: Rep. Dave Weldon (R-Fla.) on Dec. 17 announced new legislation proposing adding money to NASA's budget to extend space shuttle operations until the Orion vehicle arrives, eliminating the anticipated gap in U.S. human spaceflight capability. The bill would provide for two shuttle flights...
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