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Communication satellites for STS-5 being readied for loading

Description: Two commercial communication satellites scheduled for flight on STS-5 are pictured as they are being readied for loading into a special canister that will transport them to the launch pad. Telsat Canada's Anik C-3 (at bottom) is seen in its blanket covered cradle assemble. Satellite Business System's SBS-3 is at top. This photo was taken inside the vertical processing facility (VPF).
 
NASA Photo ID: S82-39113 Film Type: 4x5 Date Taken: 11/05/82

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