Astronomy Magazine
On May 14, 1973, 25,000 spectators watched as America’s first attempt at a space station launched from Kennedy Space Center. Skylab featured a galley and shower, and was meant to be a pioneering exploration of humans’ ability to live, work, and research in orbit; at 170,000 pounds (77,110 kilograms), it was also the heaviest object Continue reading "May 14, 1973: Skylab launches" The post May 14, 1973: Skylab launches appeared first on Astronomy Magazine .
Go to News Site