The OAST-FLYER is the sixth in a series of missions using the SPARTAN carrier. Prior to deployment
and while still attached to the Spartan Flight Servicing Structure (SFSS) via the Release/Engage
Mechanism (REM), a crewmember will activate, update, and check out the OAST-FLYER through the use
of the PGSC/BIA interface. After checkout, the OAST-FLYER will be grappled, released from the REM,
and then deployed by the Remote Manipulator System (RMS). The OAST-FLYER will operate in the
free-flyer mode for approximately 40 to 50 hours. All science and housekeeping data will be recorded onboard
the deploy hardware. After completion of detached operations, the OAST-FLYER will be retrieved and
reberthed in the orbiter
Flown on SPARTAN, STS-72
