STS-121/Discovery L-3 Countdown Status Briefing

Abstract

The briefing started with opening remarks from George Diller (NASA Public Affairs). Jeff Spaulding (NASA Test Director) discussed the Shuttle launch status and the return to the International Space Station 12 day mission. Debbie Hahn (STS-121 Payload Manager) discussed the installation of mid-decks on ISS and the 2 tons of cargo (mainly crew supplies and food) and the oxygen regeneration system. Kathy Winters (Shuttle Weather Officer) discussed the weather forecast for the launch. The team also answered questions from the press.