Space Shuttle Program

STS-1

Vehicle: Space Shuttle System | Launch Site: Edwards Air Force Base

STS-1 mission operations

Mission Overview

STS-1 was flown by the orbiter Columbia. The flight successfully fulfilled its scientific and operational objectives. The crew managed cargo bay operations, deployed payloads, and conducted scientific experiments. STS-1 remains a milestone in the history of reusable spaceflight systems.

Flight Crew & Officers

John Young

John Young

Crew Member Captain, USN
Robert Crippen

Robert Crippen

Crew Member Civilian

Multimedia Gallery

STS-1 launch operations photography

Official NASA historical record photography for STS-1.