Available to US bidders only. Flown Shuttle TCS (Thermal Control System) blanket carried on board the Shuttle Discovery on Mission STS-85 in August 1997 and logged approximately 4.7 million statute miles in space. Blanket measures approximately 44 x 34, numbered V070-363754-015, and is stencilled “Scrap” on both sides. A KSC non-conforming material tag is also attached to the blanket. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photocopy of a problem report stating the blanket was taken out of service “due to careless placement of GSE platform used for port bay 13 AWT work.” Flown status presumed by shuttle memorabilia specialist Ken Havekotte. RR Auction COA.
