At the launch pad, work continues to prepare Discovery for liftoff. Technicians completed Shuttle ordnance installation yesterday, and the main engine flight readiness test is ongoing. Orbiter aft compartment close-outs are under way and will continue through Saturday evening. Over the weekend, workers will install and check out the space suits. Flight crew equipment installation begins Sunday.
Work continues to close out the orbiter's payload bay.
Workers are preparing for the integrated hydraulic and flight control test. STS-106 payload removal is complete. The Shuttle main engine heat shields have been removed and engine removal is now under way. Technicians are also preparing for routine tests on the forward reaction control system.