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F-1 rocket engine lowered onto its throat support.

Picture 10 of 10.

The engine doesn't seem to be sitting quite right, as it's tilting to the left.

For more information about why a throat support was used, see my Alabama Space & Rocket Center F-1 nozzle extension memo.

 
F-1 rocket engine being placed on its throat support during F-5036 Fit Test (April 7, 2008) at Marshall Space Flight Center Engine Displays
Time picture taken Mon Apr 7 00:00:24 2008
Photo credit Doug Galloway
Location picture taken Behind Building 4205
Marshall Space Flight Center
Huntsville, AL
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