On Columbias first mission, the crew noticed something very disturbing after opening the 60 ft. long payload bay doors.
- One of the radiators attached to the doors was loose
- The doors would not close back
- The left door slightly bent
- Thermal tiles were missing
Answer
The correct answer is D) Thermal tiles were missing.
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