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Bush intends to quit the shuttle program

Washington, USA - He will propose it tomorrow

Tomorrow the President of United States will make his proposal: to quit the shuttle program for the Moon and Mars. Bush's intention should be the one to build a Moon base, from which will make the landing on Mars easier, as it will be financially and energetically more convenient to send from the Moon those vehicles aimed to conquer the new destination. These long term programs (10-15 years for the...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 56963
Rome, Italy, 01/13/2004 15:32
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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