Detailed text transcripts for TV channel - MSNBC - 20100514:18:30:00
Near three times gravity. >> reporter: 30 seconds away from entering orbit. we'll be moving at 17,300 miles an hour when it reaches orbit. >> all quiet here in mission control with all systems in great shape. "atlantis" is traveling 15,500 miles per hour approaching eight minutes into the flight, down range 740 miles at an altitude of 64 miles, 337,000 feet. >> reporter: standing by for separation now of "atlantis" from its external fuel tank you'll see it right here on msnbc. we're ready for it. it should be taking place now any moment. >> engine cut off confirmation as "atlantis" is in excel...
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