Incredible. I have followed the Hubble story ever since it was launched, and its achievments are truly awesome. What I dont understand is why they cant raise money to fix it. Many say "Its not in NASAs budget." So whats wrong with raising private funds from all the scientists who want to save it? I bet they would pony up tens, if not hundreds of millions to fund a repair mission, but since I have not heard a word about this I am guessing its not an option. Does anyone know why??
They like to spend Other People Money.. Most of the scientist hates the man space program and they think that space is thier personal playground...
The robotic repair mission is fully funded thru October and they have passed the Preliminary Design Review.
So, if Congress keeps it funded , theyll be a mission in '07. Of course, that will depend on Congress and the usual naysayer sceptics in the "Space" Community!