ATV In-Flight Refueling for ISS Set for Mid-May

[/caption] ESA’s Automated Transfer Vehicle Johannes Kepler is more than just a cargo carrier for the International Space Station, it is also an on-orbit refueling station and orbit booster. On May 17-19, 2011 the Kepler ATV is scheduled to conduct its first refueling of the ISS, as it will transfer about 850.6 liters (225 gallons) … Continue reading ATV In-Flight Refueling for ISS Set for Mid-May