The Orbiter is about the same size as a DC-9, an airplane that can hold up to 139 passengers.
Far-Out Fact
When in space, the Orbiter travels around the Earth at a speed of 27 875 km/hour (17 322 mi./hr).
Far-Out Fact
The aluminum frame structure of the Orbiter is honeycombed, just like the bones of a bird. This makes the frame as light as possible while still being strong enough to hold the ship together.