2006-07-01 19:29:15 · 8 answers · asked by christine2550@sbcglobal.net 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Weather
Florida is closer to the Equator, and you get extra momentum for launch because the Earth spins faster as you get closer to the Equator, and it ultimately takes less fuel. That's why ESA launches from French Guianna, because it's only 4 degrees north of the Equator.
2006-07-01 19:34:10 · answer #1 · answered by net_at_nite 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The shuttle must be launched west to east to gain speed from the earths rotation; 1000MPH. Florida has the best weather
and avoids all population centers, should a failure on launch occur
2006-07-02 02:37:08 · answer #2 · answered by Dutchhall 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Because Florida is surrounded by water,in turn making it the safest place to launch in case a disaster occurs...tom science
2006-07-02 09:06:15 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
For a combination of reasons, including land transportation, aerospace factors regarding the position for optimum launch, strategy,
2006-07-02 16:50:54 · answer #4 · answered by soubassakis 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The earth spins at about 1,190MPH at the equator, and the closest spot the US has to the equator is FL. This extra 1,190 MPH is a boost that can save weight of fuel, thus leaving more room for cargo....
2006-07-02 09:33:55 · answer #5 · answered by Mike G 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
To get Florida famous.
2006-07-02 03:19:14 · answer #6 · answered by Answerer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
florida is closest to the equator, best place to launch ...
2006-07-02 02:32:31 · answer #7 · answered by hsmnt 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
because the astronauts like to sunbath before they take off.
2006-07-02 02:33:59 · answer #8 · answered by wunderkind 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋