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Space Shuttle Atlantis clears the tower at the Kennedy Space Center, Florida
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Space Shuttle Atlantis clears the tower at the Kennedy Space Center, Florida
November 16, 2009 - Space Shuttle Atlantis clears the tower at the Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral, Florida, as it commences mission STS-129
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Action Atlantis Billows Blastoff Cape Canaveral Complex Exhaust Exhaust Plumes Facility Fiery Florida Human Spaceflight Kennedy Space Center Launch Launch Pad Launch Tower Leaving Lifting Off Liftoff Mission Nasa Orbiter Ov 104 Propulsion Rocket Boosters Shuttle Smoke Space Shuttle Space Travel Spacecraft Spaceflight Spaceport Spaceship Sts 129 Takeoff Taking Off Thrust
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This print captures the awe-inspiring moment when Space Shuttle Atlantis embarks on its mission STS-129, soaring into the vastness of space. Taken at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida on November 16,2009, this image showcases the sheer power and majesty of human spaceflight. Against a clear blue sky, Atlantis stands tall as it clears the tower with billows of smoke and exhaust plumes trailing behind. The fiery blastoff creates an incredible spectacle that symbolizes mankind's relentless pursuit of knowledge and exploration beyond our planet. The launch pad at Kennedy Space Center serves as a backdrop to this historic event, highlighting the immense infrastructure required for such missions. The rocket boosters propel Atlantis upwards with tremendous thrust, leaving Earth's atmosphere behind and venturing into unknown realms. Rob Edgcumbe expertly captures this momentous occasion in vibrant color and exquisite detail. This photograph not only immortalizes a significant chapter in NASA's history but also evokes a sense of wonderment and excitement about humanity's boundless potential in space travel. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the remarkable achievements accomplished by astronauts aboard Atlantis during their time in orbit. It serves as a testament to their courage and dedication while inspiring future generations to reach for the stars.
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