Woodpecker damage to STS-70 External Tank

[KSC-95PC-0768]

  • Photo Number: KSC-95PC-0768

  • Release Date: 31-May-1995

  • Keywords: SHUTTLE,sts-70
    • Description: The power and persistence of Nature is demonstrated anew on man- made, space age technology. At Launch Pad 39B, Flicker Woodpeckers apparently decided to test the suitability of the Space Shuttle Discovery's external tank for a future home. Their "survey" resulted in about 71 holes ranging in size from 1/2 to 4 inches (1.27-10 cm.) in diameter in the tank's thermal protection foam insulation. Managers are assessing the damage and will determine what repairs need to be made. Discovery was slated for a liftoff on June 8 on Mission STS-70.

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