1982: STS-4 Columbia (NASA)

STS-4 was a space shuttle mission by NASA using the Space Shuttle Columbia, launched 27 June 1982. This was the fourth space shuttle mission, and was also the fourth mission for the Space Shuttle Columbia.

This mission marked the first time the Space Shuttle was launched precisely at its scheduled launch time. It also was the last research and development flight in the programme. The mission had Thomas K. Mattingly as commander, and Henry W. Hartsfield as pilot. Its cargo consisted of the first Getaway Special payloads which included nine scientific experiments provided by students from Utah State University, and a classified Air Force payload.

STS-4 was a planned 7-day mission and landing occurred on 4 July 1982 at Edwards AFB. The crew was met by President Ronald Reagan and the first lady.

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