Astronaut ~ Sherwood “Woody” Spring ~ Signed NASA Model Toy Space Shuttle PSACOA

Description: Welcome to our Store and Thank You for your Business InAir E-Z Build NASA Space Shuttle Scale Model kit. Hand-signed by Sherwood Spring on the packaging. Please refer to photos for condition of the packaging. Has ware andthe top of the box has a 6" bend on the top edge see picture #6. The autograph includes an official PSA/DNA hologramand matching COA for authenticity purposes.Authentication: PSA/DNA Hologram & COA #AK89955 InAir E-Z Build Model Kit - Space Shuttle Realistic plastic model of the NASA Space Shuttle Orbiter measures 11 inches long and includes full-color markings and retractable landing gear. The model kit includes everything needed for assembly and can be easily assembled in about 10 minutes. Highly detailed plastic model 1:240 Scale 10 minute build up time Sherwood Clark Spring (born September 3, 1944) is a retired United States Army colonel and former NASA astronaut. Spring is married with two children. He is the father of United States Olympian Justin Spring. Sherwood Spring has logged 165 hours in space, 12 of which were spent conducting spacewalks. Spring has also accumulated 3,500 hours in 25 different military and civilian aircraft; over 1,500 of those hours were spent in jet aircraft. Spring was selected as an astronaut in May 1980. His technical assignments have included software verification at the Shuttle Avionics Integration Laboratory and Flight Simulation Laboratory; vehicle and satellite integration at the Kennedy Space Center, Florida, for STS-5, 6, 7, 8, and 9; Astronaut Office EVA (Extra-vehicular activity) expert; and Space Station construction, EVA maintenance, and design. Spring served as a mission specialist on STS-61-B which flew November 26, 1985, through December 3, 1985. During that mission, he was responsible for launching three communications satellites and performed two EVAs. During the EVAs, which totaled more than 12 hours, Spring investigated Space Station construction techniques, large structure manipulation while on the end of the remote arm, and a time and motion study for comparison between Earth training and space performance, with the EASE/ACCESS experiment. With the completion of STS-61-B, he has logged a total of 165 hours in space. After the Space Shuttle Challenger accident, Spring participated in the Kennedy Space Center Tiger Team for accident investigation, then led the Astronaut Office EVA (Extra Vehicle Activity) program until 1988. Defense Distinguished Service Medal, Distinguished Flying Cross, 2 Bronze Stars, Meritorious Service Medal, 3 Army Commendation Medals, 9 Air Medals, a Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medals, and NASA Space Flight Medal. Recipient in 1986 of two honorary doctorate degrees: a Doctor of Science, and one Doctor of Humane Letters. In 1989, Spring was recipient of a second honorary Doctor of Science degree. Recipient of the Victor A. Prather Award in 1985 for performance during an EVA. Due to the uniqueness of each item, please refer to the photos provided in this listing. We offer high resolution images of each item rather than a written description of condition. Yes, we do combine shipping for multiple items. If you are considering more than one item to combine shipping please let us know, so, we can prepare appropriately. Thanks Shipping Policy is as follows: We try to quote as close as possible to the actual shipping costs. We do not charge handling fees. Any excess shipping funds go to International Servants as does all proceeds excluding eBay fees. Under 1lb. and within size requirements, are generally shipped first class. Over 1lb. But still on the smaller packaging size. Goes USPS Priority Mail. Larger items will go to whoever has a better price (USPS or FedEx or UPS). Note: in this option the shipping cost difference can sometimes be considerable and you will be refunded the excess shipping costs. Please check out our Store and our Sunday Auctions for many more treasures. All net proceeds from your purchase will support International Servants. They are a group of medical professionals who have been Reaching Belize for Jesus and helping children overcome poverty - since 1990. Please feel free to research them for yourself, there is no doubt your heart will be touched. Your purchase will be a blessing that helps make a difference in the lives of these special people.

Price: 99.99 USD

Location: Springfield, Oregon

End Time: 2024-03-09T00:07:43.000Z

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