Space Shuttle Program
STS-40
Vehicle: Space Shuttle System | Launch Site: Edwards Air Force Base
Mission Overview
STS-40 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-40 remains a milestone in the history of reusable spaceflight systems.
Flight Crew & Officers
Multimedia Gallery
Official NASA historical record photography for STS-40.