^Lot 529 Shuttle Carrier Panel Cover

An STS-1 used carrier panel vent cover. Red painted cover measures 13.25 x 6, is labeled at the bottom, “Vent No. 2,” stenciled in white paint “Remove Before Ferry Flight,” and has a spring-loaded handle for release. This particular cover was used during the shuttle’s first landing in California. In fine condition, with expected wear and foam on reverse lightly corroding. Gifted to the consignor by a KSC Landing Ops engineer who worked the STS-1 mission.