The final voyage of a legendary era in space exploration

Space · Published 17 October 2026 Swipe more like this →

In short: Watch as NASA's Space Shuttle Atlantis embarks on its ultimate journey. This video captures the historic conclusion of a program that defined modern orbital logistics and station assembly.

STS-135 marked the 135th shuttle flight and the final mission for the Space Shuttle Program, launching from Kennedy Space Center on July 8 at 11:29 a.m. EDT.

The crew, led by Commander Chris Ferguson, traveled to the International Space Station to deliver over 8,000 pounds of supplies and spare parts via the Raffaello multi-purpose logistics module. This mission was specifically designed to sustain station operations following the shuttle's retirement, serving as the 37th flight dedicated to assembly and maintenance.

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