Scientists face long wait for moon mission
At NASA, nine of thirteen astro scientists remain in general training with two more years before lunar crew eligibility. Most expect no prime moon flight in the 1970s, while others shift focus to space stations under the Apollo Applications Program.
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Early Bird Satellite Retired Again After Intelsat III Restore
Washington reports that Early Bird, the first commercial satellite, is retired again as Intelsat III regains full operation after a temporary switch. Early Bird now remains in orbit as an emergency backup for Intelsat III linking North and Latin America with Europe.
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Plane Can't Land Its Tea Time at Isle of Man
A Viscount turboprop carrying 70 passengers circled Isle of Man in fog for 25 minutes during tea time. The captain warned passengers he could not land while controllers took their tea, then diverted from Douglas to Jurby and landed safely after 20 miles.
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