And regarding Enterprise vs. Columbia, remember that Columbia in 1981 was the first orbital flight of a shuttle. All tests done in the late 70s with Enterprise (unveiled surrounded by the cast of Star Trek in September of 1976 - it would have been named the Constitution if not for the fans of Star Trek) were atmospheric tests only.

OV-101 is currently parked in Virginia, and will be at the Udvar-Hazy center, south of the main terminal at Dulles Airport. The center opens to the public in December of 2003, one of many events marking the first 100 years of manned, engine-powered flight.

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