Shuttle Discovery Crew, Media Meet at Launch Pad

The six-member crew of the next space shuttle mission spoke with reporters on Oct. 14 at Launch Pad 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The astronauts for shuttle Discovery's STS-133 mission are at Kennedy to participate in a full launch dress rehearsal, known as the Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test, and related training. The test provides an opportunity for the crew and ground teams to participate in various simulated countdown activities, including equipment familiarization and emergency escape training.

Discovery is targeted to launch Nov. 1 on its final scheduled flight. During its 11-day mission, astronauts will deliver and install the Permanent Multipurpose Module, critical spare components for the station, and the Express Logistics Carrier 4, an external platform that holds large equipment. Discovery also will deliver Robonaut 2, or R2, to become a permanent resident of the station as the first human-like robot in space.

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[VideoGameCoupons]

Nice vid..keep up the good work...

[shristi700]

Omg!! got their damn signature!! xx

[HONORGUARD308]

the first lads left eye is lower then the right eye

[xXTurelNosgothXx]

give some impressions of the crew.... I wonder how it feels like before the start...

[zzzIdividedbyzerozzz]

@JASONNHENCHMENN I really doubt that you even a tiny understanding of the requirements for this job.

[hackneysaregreat]

I volunteer as a stowaway...

Hope to see you pass over Holland during your flight.

[zzzIdividedbyzerozzz]

@JASONNHENCHMENN He earned his spot, this isn't a freaking show its reality, all these people had to do hard work and go through rigorous training. Show a little respect.

[building43]

awesome - see you all at the #NASAtweetup

[berriesthecrew]

are there people @ the iss now

[virulenttrend]

8:45 Why do the Japanese want vacuum?