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2nd Space Shuttle Mission 2nd Flight of Columbia Crew: Joseph H. Engle, Commander Richard H. Truly, Pilot The second test flight of a Space Shuttle was cut short by about three day s due to the failure of one of three of Columbia's fuel cells that produce electricity and drinking water. However, 90% of all mission test objectives were met, including the first use of the Shuttle's remote manipulator system. Show more