Thank you for choosing the Space Shuttle Assembly Model Kit (plus lamp) from Bridg Manufacturing!

The Space Shuttle was NASA’s reusable space transportation system, designed to launch like a rocket, operate in Earth orbit like a spacecraft, and return to Earth by landing on a runway like an airplane. The complete launch system consisted of the reusable orbiter, a large external fuel tank, and two solid rocket boosters.

From 1981 through 2011, the Space Shuttle fleet completed 135 missions. These missions carried astronauts and cargo into orbit, launched and repaired satellites, supported scientific research, serviced the Hubble Space Telescope, and played an essential role in constructing the International Space Station.

Five orbiters traveled into space—Columbia, Challenger, Discovery, Atlantis, and Endeavour. A sixth orbiter, Enterprise, was used for atmospheric approach and landing tests but never flew in space.

• Spacecraft Type: Reusable Orbital Spacecraft and Launch System

• Developer and Operator: NASA and U.S. Aerospace Industry Partners / Model Designer: Kmobrain 

• First Flight: April 12, 1981

• Entering Service: 1981

• Final Mission: 2011

• Crew: Normally Up to 7 Astronauts

• Orbiter Length: Approximately 122 ft (37 m)

• Complete Launch System Length: Approximately 184 ft (56 m)

• Wingspan: Approximately 78 ft (24 m)

• Orbital Speed: Approximately 17,321 mph (27,873 km/h)

• Missions Completed: 135

• Primary Mission: Human Spaceflight, Satellite Deployment and Repair, Scientific Research, and International Space Station Construction 

• WARNING: This product contains small parts and may present a choking hazard. Not intended as a children's toy. 

• Recommended Age: 14 years and older with adult supervision/help.

• Assembly may require a wide array of pressure to connect parts. Use care during assembly and avoid excessive force.  Excessive force or impact may cause parts to break. Broken pieces may have sharp edges. 

• This product is intended for hobby, educational, and display purposes. Handle all parts with care during assembly.

• Using a heat source such as lighter/heat gun (at a safe distance as to not burn product or yourself) and some minor rubbing will take care of the plastic “hairs” that may be present. Not required for successful assembly of model kit. ONLY to be done by an ADULT. Heat sources are HOT and will BURN YOU if you let it get too close.

• There is a lovely english cream golden retreiver (dog) on site at Bridg Manufacturing. We kindly ask you to have some understanding, should you find a dog hair in your kit, dispose of the hair, and continue on.

• Bridg Manufacturing, nor the model designer(s), are not liable for injuries or damages resulting from improper assembly, misuse, or modification of this product. 

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• Carefully remove all parts from the package and verify that all pieces are present before starting assembly.

• This model requires glue for normal assembly. Small amounts of hobby-grade adhesive may be used at the builder's discretion (super glue is fine).

• Some parts may require firm pressure to fully seat together. Avoid excessive force that could damage the model. Force only in intended direction and try not to force in incorrect direction. Sideways? Diagonal? SNAP!

• Heat sources can burn you and, should  you choose  to use them, it should only be done by an adult.

• Assembly is easiest when performed on a clean, flat work surface with good lighting.

At Bridg Manufacturing, we take pride in producing high-quality assembly model kits and inspecting each kit before packaging and/or shipment. However, manufacturing, packaging, human error, or shipping issues may occasionally result in missing, deformed, or damaged parts.

If your kit is missing a part or contains a damaged or unusable component, please contact us by email at sales@bridgmanufacturing.com with a description of the issue and any information you can provide about your order. Upon verification, we will provide replacement parts at no additional charge either via next vendor market or local delivery (within  20 miles of Ogden).

Customer satisfaction is important to us, and we are committed to helping you successfully complete and enjoy your model kit.