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STS-6: Paul Weitz’s Flown Post Insertion Checklist

Signed sixteen times—an extraordinary flown checklist

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Signed sixteen times—an extraordinary flown checklist

Complete flown checklist entitled “Post Insertion” carried on Space Shuttle Challenger for the STS-6 mission, eighteen double-sided pages, 10 x 8.5, signed and flight-certified on the front cover in black felt tip, “Flown on STS-6, Paul Weitz CDR.” Also signed and flight-certified inside on fifteen individual pages by Weitz, who adds lengthy descriptions on several occasions. For example, on the third page he writes, “This page and 1-4 are the summary timeline. Detailed timeline starts on 1-6. Flown on STS-6, Paul Weitz CDR.” On another page, “This procedure configures the on-board computer for on-orbit ops. Flown on STS-6, Paul Weitz CDR.” In another instance, he writes, “This puts the orbiter in attitude and configures the data record system for payload bay door opening. Flown on STS-6, Paul Weitz CDR.” In fine condition. An incredible piece boasting rarely seen details and commentary written by the astronaut himself. Pre-certified Zarelli Space Authentication.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Space And Aviation Auction
  • Dates: #474 - Ended April 21, 2016





This item is Pre-Certified by STEVE ZARELLI
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