Discovery astronauts check wings for ride home

Tuesday, November 6, 2007

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Shuttle Discovery's astronauts surveyed the wings of their ship Monday to ensure a safe descent over the American heartland after leaving the international space station.

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