[net.columbia] Eyewitness of Launch

tomh (11/15/82)

I flew down to Fla. to watch the launch.  Got a spot on the
Banana River about 8 miles from the lauchpad.  Lots of people
and excitement before the launch.  Lots of fire, smoke, and
noise during the launch.  It was AWESOME.  Much better in person
than on TV.  Definitely worth the trip.