"In the wings into orbit" shuttle story by those details in this concept in action. (Plane News)

HOUSTON: As NASA's space shuttle fleet delivers on his retirement, the Agency is preparing to release a full account the program managed the spacecraft and dedicated individuals who have made possible achievements.

500-More-page book "Wings in orbit" is available for pre-publication sales. This book describes the scientific, technical and cultural space shuttle by text contributions, photographs and graphics written or selected by those who worked for the shuttle program.

"This book is not only informative and beautifully made, he captures the passion of those who have devoted their energies for more than three decades, the shuttle program," said Bill Gerstenmaier, Deputy Administrator of NASA space operations. "It recognizes and celebrates that NASA was accomplished using the shuttle system.

Shuttle former program manager Wayne Hale has been editor of the book. The book presents a wide range of contributors, including the first space shuttle crew and many former flight directors engineers and program managers.

The book is scheduled for release in March. To order the book from the sale of publication by December 31, please visit: www.shopNASA.com

For more information about the era of the space shuttle, visit: www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/shuttle/flyout/
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