First student experiment flown in space: Provides unique educational and scientific value for collectors
Measurement of thermal response at various altitudes: Offers technical data for aerospace history enthusiasts
Changed landing site due to weather: Adds historical context and interest for mission historians
Extended mission duration: Demonstrates adaptability and resilience of the space shuttle system
Summarized by Shop
Continued testing of Space Shuttle systems for qualification for operational flight.
Measurement of thermal response of the orbiter in various altitudes to the sun.
Nine OSS-1 (Office of Space Science) experiments were flown.
First student experiment was flown.
Landing site was changed from Edwards Air Force Base to Northrop Strip, White