75. How long before the Space Shuttle runs out of air? (A K2S Question)

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It depends on the number of crewmembers, but in general the orbiter can fly several days beyond the expected mission duration before the air runs out. The orbiter can accommodate several tanks of oxygen and nitrogen, and NASA loads more or less depending on the mission duration and crew size. In general, the orbiter will likely run out of other expendables before it runs out of air.

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Answer provided by Jon H. Brown

Question and Answer extracted from the book Kids to Space - by Lonnie Schorer

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