Flag, Space Shuttle Orbiter "Discovery"

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Annin Flagmakers

Summary

This orbiter name flag flew at the launch pad before Space Shuttle Discovery's final mission, STS-133, in 2011. It also flew at Dulles International Airport in Chantilly, Virginia, for Discovery's arrival and transfer to the Smithsonian Institution. It flew again inside the National Air and Space Museum's McDonnell Space Hangar as Discovery was prepared for permanent display. By NASA custom, each orbiter's flag is displayed wherever the orbiter is located for servicing, launch, and landing.

The launch pad operations manager David M. Sutherland, donated this flag to accompany Discovery to the Museum in 2012.

Credit Line

Gift of David M. Sutherland

Inventory Number

A20130167000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MEMORABILIA-Events

Materials

Nylon, metal, cotton

Dimensions

Approximate: 124.7 x 187cm (4 ft. x 6 ft.)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv94edcf28f-b2e5-4163-b9fe-e32fff57eedf

Record ID

nasm_A20130167000