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Columbia took its name from a Boston-based ship that explored the Pacific Northwest during the 18th century. Its first flight was April 12, 1981, and it became the first Space Shuttle Orbiter to launch into space, flying 28 times. In 2003, on its 28th flight, Columbia and its crew of seven were lost during re-entry.
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