2006-12-12 14:32:58 · 4 answers · asked by the walrus 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space
No. The 3 existing shuttles will be retired in 2010. Flights to space will continue with the new Orion vehicle scheduled for completion in 2013, but it will be a capsule on an expendable rocket, much like Apollo was.
2006-12-12 14:35:59 · answer #1 · answered by campbelp2002 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. After ISS construction is complete in 2010, the Space Shuttle will be retired.
2006-12-12 23:06:02 · answer #2 · answered by Otis F 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, because they're scrapping the shuttle program and replacing it with a new manned exploration system.
The new system will have 2 rockets (called Ares rockets) - a large one for lifting cargo into orbit, and a smaller one which will lift human passengers. The humans will ride atop the rocket in a vehicle called a CEV - Crew Exploration Vehicle.
This new system will be the basis of new missions to the moon.
2006-12-12 22:38:41 · answer #3 · answered by Egghead 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well nope not right now because we'd kinda slowed down
also most of those shuttles are old ! http://www.flightofalantis.com this website would give yourself
some good education
2006-12-12 22:48:21 · answer #4 · answered by toddk57@sbcglobal.net 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋