As a veteran Shuttle photographer (ok, only two launches, but still!) I love this stuff:
Nikon Professional Services (NPS) has provided support for every launch since the very first one, Space Shuttle Columbia, over 30 years ago. We’re a pioneer when it comes to placing, and assisting others in placing, cameras near the launch pad, and are privileged to be the only non-press outfit that has a permanent building at the Complex 39 Press Mound.
http://blog.iamnikon.com/en_GB/d-slr/sh ... -the-pros/
Jarle