NASAContractor dies in fall from Shuttle Launch Mount

[CaptnKirk]

Today we lost a member of our Space Community, when a USA Engineer fell from the Launch Pad.

RIP - James Vanover

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news...tle-worker-dies-fall-20110314,0,1659102.story

 

[Schadenfroh]

RIP

 

[wuliheron]

Twenty eight years with NASA is a fine legacy to leave behind.

 

[dmcowen674]

Sad, he didn't get chance to enjoy retirement

RIP Sir Engineer

 

[Londo_Jowo]

I feel bad for his family, friends, and co-workers.

However, I do have one question. Why wasn't he wearing fall protection? I'm sure OSHA will be all over this accident.