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The American astronauts acknowledged the necessity of enhancing their Russian language proficiency. They observed that their Russian counterparts, had demonstrated a remarkable commitment to learning English, dedicating 6 to 8 hours each day to individual language instruction.
Interior view of Environment Control System breadboard test
Spacecraft Simulators at Star City
Docking Systems Installed on a Simulator
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For the first time, the Soviet Union publicly announced the crew assignments for a Soyuz mission before the flight. Previously, cosmonaut identities were kept secret until after their flights.
ASTP Crew
ASTP Display at 1973 Paris Air Show
Snowball Flight at Star City
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Despite predictions, events seldom occur precisely as expected. The calculated breakup altitude of Skylab was based on its intended structural strength specifications. However, the actual vehicle was stronger than the specified strength requirements.
Mgrs. & Controllers Monitor Re-entry
Garriott with Oxygen Tank Debris. Credit David Hitt
Ground-track of Skylab final passes.
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The official decision to proceed with the Skylab reboost mission was made on September 1st 1977, initiating a two-year preparation period for the development and production of the required hardware and systems.
Teleoperator Retrieval System
Skylab Boost Mission
STS-3 Launching in March of 1982
