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Flight 3 - 2A.1

Launch Date:
27. May 1999
Launch Vehicle:
US Space Shuttle: STS-96
Elements:
SPACEHAB Double Cargo Module
  • Carries internal logistics and resupply cargo for station outfitting.
  • Carries external Russian cargo crane to be mounted to exterior of Russian station segment and used to perform spacewalking maintenance activities.
The Zarya The purpose of the double spacehab flight 2A.1 is to provide a logistics flight for the early assly missions. Flight 2A.1 will carry equipment to further outfit the service module and equipment that can be off-loaded from the early US assembly flights. CDM-Module