Free Republic
Browse · Search
News/Activism
Topics · Post Article

To: Orion78
Well it looks like the Buran is a No Go. I wonder if they could retro-fit the Enterprise and get the fleet back up to three aircraft? Would be cheaper than building a totally new shuttle.
2,381 posted on 02/01/2003 4:09:07 PM PST by txradioguy (HOOAH! Not just a word, A way of life!)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 2379 | View Replies ]


To: txradioguy
Would be cheaper than building a totally new shuttle

Maybe if you're just looking at the cost of producing the orbiter. However, when you take into account advanced systems and production techniques, and new capabilities, a next-generation craft might make more sense.

2,385 posted on 02/01/2003 4:13:39 PM PST by Tree of Liberty
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 2381 | View Replies ]

Free Republic
Browse · Search
News/Activism
Topics · Post Article


FreeRepublic, LLC, PO BOX 9771, FRESNO, CA 93794
FreeRepublic.com is powered by software copyright 2000-2008 John Robinson