Space Shuttle Program

STS-97

Vehicle: Space Shuttle System | Launch Site: Launch and Landing Facility

STS-97 mission operations

Mission Overview

STS-97 was flown by the orbiter Discovery. The flight successfully fulfilled its scientific and operational objectives. The crew managed cargo bay operations, deployed payloads, and conducted scientific experiments. STS-97 remains a milestone in the history of reusable spaceflight systems.

Flight Crew & Officers

Joseph R. Tanner

Joseph R. Tanner

Crew Member Civilian
Michael J. Bloomfield

Michael J. Bloomfield

Crew Member Civilian
Marc Garneau

Marc Garneau

Crew Member Civilian
Carlos I. Noriega

Carlos I. Noriega

Crew Member Civilian
Brent W. Jett

Brent W. Jett

Crew Member Civilian

Multimedia Gallery

STS-97 launch operations photography

Official NASA historical record photography for STS-97.