A Space Shuttle launch is an awesome sight, and seeing it from above on a cruising aircraft is all that more humbling.
A one Neil Monday had that latter opportunity--and filmed it--on a commercial flight from Orlando airport as Discovery embarked on her final trip into space. You can read more about the Space Shuttle, its history, legacy, and retirement in our recent feature package here (see "related articles" on the right).
I feel obliged to mention that if the video has inspired anyone to watch, and maybe even film, the last Space Shuttle launch, please ensure you watch the Space Shuttle, and not a water tower:
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