Solution for NASA: Write Mileage Down

It's very simple: write the mileage down when you fill up, then after so many miles the trip must end. Who knows how many digits the odometer on the shuttle has -- must be a doozy -- but somebody could certainly write it all down while they're pumping the LOX in.
Here's another tip for NASA: last I checked, the word "shuttle" means something that goes back and forth to somewhere. Something that just sits around and does nothing? I believe you call that a "rock" Rock. Shuttle. Say it slower if it helps any.
Sorry for the sarcasm -- I guess we fans of space travel are fairly disappointed in the performance (or lack thereof) with the shuttle lately. NASA may have finally reached the point where it makes more sense just to pretend like they are launching than actually going through with a launch. But I jest. I'm sure somebody can write a check for another $50 million and that will get the old girl going. Just a few more years, sweetie. How many times have I said that to my pickup?
Also -- be sure to check the oil regularly. For something like the Shuttle, I'd use Quaker State. Something thick for the cold temps and thin for the launch. I wonder if they make a 5W-4000?