KSC-01PP-1659 - STS-108 backup crew member Robinson in an M-113 


KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. -- Astronaut Stephen K. Robinson takes his
turn at driving an M-113 armored personnel carrier.  Robinson is a
backup crew member for the International Space Station Expedition 4
crew, who are flying on Space Shuttle Endeavour as part of mission
STS-108.  Both the mission crew and Expedition 4 crews are at KSC for
Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities.  The TCDT includes
emergency exit from the launch pad and a simulated launch
countdown. The 11-day mission will also carry the Multi-Purpose
Logistics Module Raffaello, filled with supplies and equipment.
STS-108 is scheduled to launch Nov. 29.

 
                                               11/07/2001