Developed by NASA as the first reusable U.S. space vehicle, the entire Space Shuttle system consists of a winged orbiter, two solid-rocket boosters and an external fuel tank. After four orbital test flights (1982-82) of the space shuttle Columbia, operational flights began in November 1982.

Model Information:

Skill Level: 1

Contains 27 parts, includes payload module and display stand, cargo bay doors open, peel 'n stick decals and is moulded in white with a black stand.

Dimensions:
Length: 7 3/16''
Wingspan: 4 3/4''