stmx3 wrote:
Now, if you want to tell me that it is physically impossible to build
another shuttle, despite the difficulties, then I think that will be the
start of an interesting debate.

There was a discussion here a while back of building a Shuttle 1a,
moldline and plug compatible with the existing facilities, but
starting from a clean sheet other than those limits.

D.
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