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The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth

Columbia's disintegration in mid-air over Texas in 2003 resulted in the loss of all lives on board, leaving a lasting legacy and sparking ongoing debates about the mission's tragic conclusion and its profound impact on NASA and those affected.

The BBC documentary "The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth" investigates the disintegration of the Space Shuttle 'Columbia' during re-entry on February 1st, 2003, in Texas skies, and explores the factors that led to its downfall.

Episodes:

Episode 1

1.

Aired: Feb 12, 2024

Excitement and trepidation build among astronauts and their families as NASA ...

Episode 2

2.

Aired: Feb 19, 2024

NASA engineers detect a piece of debris colliding with the shuttle during lif...

Episode 3

3.

Aired: Feb 26, 2024

The next episode begins with a sense of urgency as NASA's communication with ...

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Info about The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary, History