STS‑45 Atlantis Embroidered Mission Patch

A vibrant 4" embroidered mission patch celebrating STS‑45, the eleventh flight of Atlantis and the groundbreaking science mission that carried ATLAS‑1, the first Atmospheric Laboratory for Applications and Science. Launched on 24 March 1992 from Pad 39A, this international science powerhouse studied atmospheric chemistry, solar radiation, space plasma physics, and ultraviolet astronomy using 12 instruments from the U.S., Europe, and Japan.

Over 8 days, 22 hours, 9 minutes, the crew completed 143 orbits, travelled 3.2 million miles, and delivered a treasure trove of data that deepened our understanding of Earth’s atmosphere and the Sun’s influence on our planet. Atlantis touched down at Kennedy Space Center on 2 April 1992, rolling to a smooth stop on Runway 33.

👨‍🚀 Crew

•     Charles F. Bolden Jr. — Commander
•     Brian K. Duffy — Pilot
•     Kathryn D. Sullivan — Mission Specialist
•     David C. Leestma — Mission Specialist
•     C. Michael Foale — Mission Specialist
•     Dirk D. Frimout — Payload Specialist
•     Byron K. Lichtenberg — Payload Specialist

⭐ Why Collectors Love This Patch

•     Premium 4" embroidered emblem with crisp ATLAS‑1 mission artwork
•     Represents a major international science mission aboard Atlantis
•     Perfect for framing, jackets, display boards, or Shuttle‑era collections
•     A standout souvenir from the U.K.’s No.1 NASA Space Store

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