Space Shuttle Program

STS-3

Vehicle: Space Shuttle System | Launch Site: White Sands Space Harbor

STS-3 mission operations

Mission Overview

STS-3 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-3 remains a milestone in the history of reusable spaceflight systems.

Flight Crew & Officers

Jack R. Lousma

Jack R. Lousma

Crew Member Civilian
C. Gordon Fullerton

C. Gordon Fullerton

Crew Member Civilian

Multimedia Gallery

STS-3 launch operations photography

Official NASA historical record photography for STS-3.