yee@ames.arc.nasa.gov (Peter E. Yee) (11/17/88)
KSC SPACE SHUTTLE PROCESSING REPORT - TUESDAY, NOV. 15, 1988
STS-27 - ATLANTIS (0V 104) - OPF BAY 2
Launch Pad 39-B was cleared of all non-essential personnel
to allow the start of operations to remove and replace the fuel
isolation valve for the number two auxiliary power unit.
Hydrazine will be drained from APU two's storage tank today in
preparation for the valve changeout. The pad is scheduled to be
cleared today and tomorrow for this operation.
NASA and contractor shuttle managers are meeting here today
for the Flight Readiness Review. They will discuss the readiness
of the vehicle elements for the STS-27 launch. An official launch
target date is expected after the meeting ends tomorrow.
STS-29 - DISCOVERY (OV 103) - OPF BAY 1
Orbiter systems testing is continuing today. The forward
reaction control system has been removed and will be transferred
to the Hypergolic Maintenance Facility today. Technicians are
reconfiguring the payload bay for the STS-29 mission.
STS-28 - COLUMBIA (OV 102) - OPF BAY 2
Activities are underway to power up the shuttle Columbia
today to allow checkout of the electrical systems. Orbiter
modifications are underway.
STS-29 SOLID ROCKET BOOSTERS - VAB/RPSF
Technicians are inspecting the clevis on the right aft
booster. The right aft center segment is being prepared for
mating later this week.