Space Shuttle Enterprise (OV-101), the only atmospheric test article of NASA's Shuttle fleet, displayed at the Intrepid Museum.
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Enterprise is notable for not having a functional heat shield or engines for spaceflight and is distinguishable by its test article markings and lack of operational equipment.
Aircraft identity
Registration
OV-101
ICAO Type
SSTO
Model
Space Shuttle Enterprise
Manufacturer
Rockwell International
Airline
NASA
Airline Code
NAS / NA
Livery
NASA
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
No main engines (Enterprise equipped with dummy engines only)
Thrust
None (Test Article only; main engines not installed)
Wingspan
23.79 m
Length
37.24 m
Height
17.27 m
MTOW
68,600 kg
Range
Atmospheric test approach and landing only (not capable of orbital flight)
Capacity
Crew: 4 (Max for ALT missions)
Cruise Speed
Subsonic (used for glide tests, no orbital capability)
Noise Rating
N/A (Not a commercial, operational aircraft)