NASA Photo ID: STS055-71-007       File Name: 10073170.jpg
  Film Type: 70mm                    Date Taken: 05/06/93
  Title: STS-55 Columbia, OV-102, external tank (ET) falls back to Earth
  Description:
  After main engine cutoff (MECO) and external tank (ET) separation, the ET 
  falls back toward Earth. Columbia, Orbiter Vehicle (OV) 102, continues to 
  orbit insertion and circularization for its STS-55 mission.  The ET orbiter 
  aft attachment and feedline are clearly visible.                  
  
  Subject terms:
  CLOUDS                                  
  COLUMBIA (ORBITER)                      
  EARTH LIMB                              
  EARTH SURFACE                           
  EXTERNAL TANKS                          
  STS-55
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