Endeavour logged a total of 3,310,922 million miles in space during its second flight, which was the 50th Space Shuttle launch. Time- critical experiments were removed from the orbiter overnight. Post-flight inspections and deservicing operations are underway. Residual cryogenic propellants will be offloaded tonight. Main engine drying operations are scheduled to begin today.
Preliminary inspections indicate the vehicle sustained minor tile damage.
Two tiles were damaged when the drag chute was deployed and two tiles on the nose landing gear door may have to be replaced. Overall the vehicle appears to be in good shape. Access is being established to all areas of the vehicle. Preparations are in work to open the payload bay doors tomorrow. Removal of the Spacelab-J payload is planned on Friday.