STS 31 PAYLOAD HUBBLE SPACE TELESCOPE ENCLOSED IN AN AIR-TIGHT PLASTIC BAG FOR PROTECTION IN VERTICAL PROCESSING FACILITY [VPF]

[KSC-89PC-1014]

  • Photo Number: KSC-89PC-1014

  • Release Date: 12-Oct-1989

  • Keywords: PAYLOADS,HUBBLE SPACE TELESCOPE [HST],STS 31,VPF [VPF],WORKSTANDS
    • Description: Preparations are made to enclose the Hubble Space Telescope [HST] inside an air-tight plastic bag in the VPF. Processing of the 94- inch primary mirror telescope for launch on the Discovery in March 1990, involves working within strict controls to prevent contamination.

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