Gusts prevent space shuttle landing
Strong winds in Florida prevented the space shuttle Atlantis returning to Earth on time today.
The wind was blowing too hard across the landing strip to allow a safe touchdown.
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SUBSCRIBEStrong winds in Florida prevented the space shuttle Atlantis returning to Earth on time today.
The wind was blowing too hard across the landing strip to allow a safe touchdown.
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