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#620
by
sparkyvision
on 12 May, 2010 19:07
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I see this probably getting deleted right away, because it violates just about every tenet of online etiquette ever. But I have to try. Apologies.
There has to be someone here who live around the Cape Canaveral area.
Me and my traveling companion from Iowa (I'm from Nashville, TN) have procured tickets for the STS-132 launch this Friday, May 14th at the Kennedy Space Center. However! We failed to realize that it's impossible to get into the base without a vehicle placard, which is most unfortunate, because we don't have one.
So...are there any peeps going to see the shuttle launch who might be able to provide a ride? We can be anywhere around the city that you like. We have the tickets, we just don't have a vehicle placard. I will bake you a cake in the shape of the shuttle if you want. We're just /really/ trying to go see the shuttle launch. Message or reply. You will have my eternal love!
Again, I apologize, I normally wouldn't go the forum posting route. I'm just about out of any other options, and this is my last chance to see a shuttle launch. (I'll be busy during the last few.) Flame me if you like, I'll have my asbestos suit on.
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#621
by
beef5stew
on 12 May, 2010 19:17
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I have a hotel reservation in Melbourne for Friday and Saturday night. It was the closest I could get to Cocoa Beach that wasn't a fleabag hotel. I checked what was available today...just for fun. And found a few hotels have opened up and are available.
I had refundable reservations. So I cancelled my reservation in Melbourne, and now have a room on the Beach at Cocoa Beach...Yay!
-Beef5stew
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#622
by
K466
on 12 May, 2010 19:55
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I plan on coming to view this launch, this will be the first one I came to see since I was a kid with sts-91, where's the best spot to come and view it for free?
The other week I was at the Haulover canal area and on the south east side of the area I found a few hard to access spots that had a decent view of both pads. Not sure if that area is off limits during a launch or not.
Anyone got some ideas? I need to know by tomorrow after noon.
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#623
by
chrisking0997
on 12 May, 2010 20:32
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wow....good luck to you. Im confused though: tickets to the launch dont include access the the area you are ticketed for?
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#624
by
Speedracer
on 12 May, 2010 21:00
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I can't make the Friday launch, but I'm crossing my fingers for a 24-hour turnaround and I'll be making the trek from TN with family overnight to get to Titusville or Daytona area (sorry to anyone fixed on Friday
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If there is a Saturday afternoon launch, does anyone have an approximate launch time (I can't find it on NASA site or here).
Thanks.
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#625
by
cd-slam
on 12 May, 2010 21:29
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#626
by
Speedracer
on 12 May, 2010 21:33
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Thank you sir! Bookmarked!
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#627
by
sparkyvision
on 12 May, 2010 21:47
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Yeah, we got them on eBay while we had a ride lined up, but now that ride has fallen through. Blast it!
So we have tickets, but no way to get onto the base. It's most distressing, we are trying everything to find a ride.
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#628
by
BenB5150
on 12 May, 2010 22:19
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So if you are at the Visitor Center for the launch. Where is the best place to be to get the best view from the VC. Thanks!
Ben
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#629
by
robertross
on 12 May, 2010 22:26
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Anyone got some ideas? I need to know by tomorrow after noon.
people here and the KSC tour operator said to essentially park at JCPenney ( on US1 just south of downtown Titusville) and walk across the street.
Also, apparently there is a parking scam where people will park your car behind a taped off area for a fee. So be careful.
Expect a LONG delay getting home though.
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#630
by
pechisbeque
on 12 May, 2010 23:41
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I plan on coming to view this launch, this will be the first one I came to see since I was a kid with sts-91, where's the best spot to come and view it for free?
On this website this guy documented it pretty well:
Space Shuttle Launch Viewing Recommendations
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#631
by
ChrisC
on 13 May, 2010 02:11
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#632
by
Andrewwski
on 13 May, 2010 02:43
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Yeah, pretty much anywhere in Titusville is good. Drive along the river on US1...find someplace that you can see the pad. There's quite a few places.
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#633
by
rossemel
on 13 May, 2010 03:34
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We have KSC visitor's center tickets (6) available with car tags (2). Is anyone interested? Cost is $60 each, obo
email before 8pm EST Thursday 5/13 -- can be picked up in Cape Canaveral Thursday evening ~ 9pm
Cash Only
[email protected]
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#634
by
asimperson
on 13 May, 2010 08:41
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Quick question:
So I've got a Dolphin Tours package. My current plan is to come back on Saturday via my own transportation to the KSCVC to actually take advantage of the second day of admission. Can I drive myself to VC on Saturday, or do I need to get a parking pass somehow (I assume the Dolphin package doesn't include that)?
Also, I'm guessing I'm not going to be able to do any of the extra tours?
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#635
by
saturnsky
on 13 May, 2010 09:25
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If the launch is not scrubbed on frday, all visitors center activities are available, and driving a personal car not a problem...It is best to book tours in advance as they do sell out on weekends.
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#636
by
Furner
on 13 May, 2010 11:11
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Flight leaves in 1 hour 49 minutes. Be there soon!
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#637
by
robertross
on 13 May, 2010 13:11
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I also will have a spare KSC VC launch viewing ticket and vehicle placard available. PM me if you're interested. I will be at the Dixieroads dinner tonight at 7pm.
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#638
by
MediumFidelity
on 13 May, 2010 13:46
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Any NSF members at the Tweetup?
Let's hope this weather holds up for tomorrow!
-MF
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#639
by
technoarch
on 13 May, 2010 15:45
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Hola!
Long time lurker and first time poster. STS-132 will be my 3rd launch and I cannot wait!!!
Quite a few of my wife's relatives live in and around the Merritt Island area and we just got a call stating that they have a VIP Placard for their car in hand. Can anyone elborate where we will be seeing this launch from? I was thinking it will be either by the countdown clock or the Saturn V Center but wasn't sure.
Even if its at the causeway I really dont care, this will be my closest viewing spot yet!
Thanks!
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