Location of Operation: USS Corsair Shuttle Bay, Hammond, LA

Operation Objectives: Repair & repaint shuttlepod Beignet, returning her to a space-worthy state in preparation for a regional event in March, 2012

Summary of Operation Events: Structural repairs were made to the Beignet, including adding braces and re-nailing some panels. Discussions of the day included:
• Ways to improve structural integrity
• The intention to permanently mount the shuttlepod on a trailer in the future
• Possibility of placing casters on the nacelles themselves
• The next shuttle needs to be named Cafe’ au Lait
• How the letters, numbers, & pin-striping were originally created
• The original alignment along the front

Follow Up Actions Necessary:
• Several panels need to be repainted
• New lettering and numbers need to be purchased for application after painting