Rockwell International Space Shuttle Enterprise

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NASA Space Shuttle Enterprise OV-101, the unique atmospheric test orbiter, preserved at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum.

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Rockwell International Space Shuttle Enterprise

Rockwell International (North American Rockwell) Space Shuttle Enterprise

Aircraft

Space Shuttle Enterprise OV-101

NASA/United States - Enterprise

OV-101

Registration

Manufacturer

Rockwell International

Gear

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max back triple camera 6.765mm f/1.78

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 74.0

Lighting is clean, but the crowd in front and partial view detract from the shuttle's presence.

Insights

Aviation History

Enterprise was the prototype Space Shuttle; it never flew in space but conducted critical approach and landing tests, paving the way for the operational shuttle program.

Fleet Rarity

Unique prototype, 1 of 1; the only shuttle built solely for atmospheric test purposes.

Record Flights

Performed Approach and Landing Tests (ALT) in 1977, including the first full-scale free-flight tests of the shuttle configuration.

Safety & Events

Starred in several public exhibitions; was the first shuttle built; named \'Enterprise\' after a write-in campaign by Star Trek fans.

Future Outlook

Preserved and displayed at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York City.

Specifications

None (test orbiter; unpowered)

Engine

23.79 meters

Wingspan

37.24 meters

Length

N/A (glider, carried by Shuttle Carrier Aircraft)

Range

N/A (test vehicle; no orbital capability)

Speed

None (no operational crew, only test flights)

Capacity

68,000 kilograms

MTOW

17.27 meters

Height

N/A

Thrust

N/A

Noise