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To: Yogizuna who wrote (476915)10/16/2003 5:12:59 PM
From: DuckTapeSunroof  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 769670
 
It's a 'stopgap' that was destined to be replaced by better technologies a long time ago.

Failure to appropriate funds for a next-generation replacement is damn near a crime.



To: Yogizuna who wrote (476915)10/16/2003 5:44:35 PM
From: Ish  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 769670
 
<<I support new technology to replace our embarrassingly antiquated space shuttle fleet, but I cannot support the shuttle program as it stands, another "accident" just waiting to happen...>>

I remember last years tragedy. It was caused by a change in the foam used for insulation that happened in the 90's.


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