From the Los Angeles Times:
It was an air show to end all air shows, a one-off spectacle that saw California crane its collective neck to the sky in wonderment.
It was an air show to end all air shows, a one-off spectacle that saw California crane its collective neck to the sky in wonderment.
The space shuttle Endeavour, perched atop a modified 747, landed at Los Angeles International Airport Friday, but not before captivating millions on a pre-retirement tour of the Golden State.
From the desert to the mountains to the sea, Endeavour flew as low as 1,500 feet past photo-op perfect California landmarks and cheering crowds.
Today, history was made as Endeavour finishes its last flying days for good. Even though I didn't get to see it live, I was still amazed by what I saw on television - a 747 giving the shuttle a piggyback, flying over the Los Angeles area. It was truly breathtaking. What a beautiful site, indeed.
Here's a photo taken by my sister, Viv of www.vivientutaanphotography.com. She shot it from the JPL in La Canada. Isn't is beautiful?
Ah, it's such a shame to see Endeavour go - I loved it when the Shuttles cam back to land safely, their huge shapes gliding into the airbases they called Home. It's the passing of an era - just like it was when the last Concorde's stopped. Aerodynamics at their most beautiful. May she rest quietly!
ReplyDeleteI know... I'm glad the Science Center is only half an hour away, so I can go see Endeavour
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