The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth
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202459 minRunning

The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth

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S01E03 - "Episode 3"

Aired on Feb 12, 2024, 6:00 AM

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2003 - millions watch live as Columbia breaks up in the sky over Texas, killing all on board. NASA, loved ones and investigators share how an incredible journey ended in tragedy.

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Status
Running
Language
English
Runtime
59 min
Premiered
February 12, 2024

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Episodes (1 Season · 3 Episodes)

Episode 1

As Nasa prepares space shuttle Columbia for its 28th mission, excitement and trepidation build amongst the astronauts and their families while they count down to launch.

Feb 12, 2024

58 min

Episode 2

Nasa engineers spot a piece of debris striking the shuttle during launch. In space, the crew continue their mission, unaware of the concerns, but the clock is ticking to re-entry.

Feb 12, 2024

59 min

Episode 3

Sixteen minutes from landing, mission control lose contact with the crew. The fears of some Nasa engineers are coming true. Following the disaster, Nasa comes under pressure to give answers.

Feb 12, 2024

59 min

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