The Shuttle Endeavour finally launched today after six attempts. Apart from the long delays, the critical nature of the mission, and the unusual amount of debris during launched, one thing in this article caught my eyes:

Apparently, Roman Polansky is piloting the shuttle! (actually, Cpt. Mark Polanksy):

“Well Roman, the vehicle’s ready, the support teams are definitely ready and the weather’s finally cooperating, so it is now time to fly,” Launch Director Pete Nickolenko radioed Endeavour. “Persistence pays off. Good luck and Godspeed.

“Pete, thanks to you and everyone who’s worked so hard for this moment,” Polansky replied. “Endeavour’s patiently waited for this, we’re ready to go and we’re going to take all of you with us on a great mission. Thanks a lot.”