NASA sets difficult ground rules for spacecraft relocation

"NASA's request signals movement on the issue, if not full resolution. It should also clarify how a vehicle transfer would be conducted and at what cost."

"My law authorizing and funding the Space Shuttle Discovery's movement to Houston is being set into motion thanks to NASA's announcement, and I applaud Administrator Isaacman for keeping this process moving."

"NASA has instructed that any proposal to move Discovery keeps the shuttle intact - no 'disassembly' allowed. However, there is no way to move an intact shuttle ~40 miles to Quantico."

NASA has issued a draft Request for Proposals to transport a flown space vehicle, which may include the Space Shuttle Discovery. Lawmakers, including Senator John Cornyn, view this as progress toward relocating the shuttle to Houston. The request emphasizes the need for preservation-focused handling of these vehicles. While moving an Orion capsule is simpler, concerns arise about the feasibility of transporting Discovery intact. The Keep The Shuttle group expressed delight but highlighted the challenges of moving the shuttle without disassembly.

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