The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth (2024)

February. 12,2024

8.4

TV-PG

| Documentary

The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth

In 2003, Space Shuttle Columbia breaks apart in the skies above America. The astronauts’ families and Nasa staff share personal stories of the launch, unfolding disaster and fallout.

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The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth

2024 / TV-PG

In 2003, Space Shuttle Columbia breaks apart in the skies above America. The astronauts’ families and Nasa staff share personal stories of the launch, unfolding disaster and fallout.

Seasons & Episode

Seasons 1 : 2024

3 Episode

Episode 1 - Episode 1

February. 12,2024

As Nasa prepares space shuttle Columbia for its 28th mission, excitement and trepidation build amongst the astronauts and their families. But a month before they are due to launch, Nasa grounds its entire shuttle fleet when cracks are discovered in the fuel lines.

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Episode 2 - Episode 2

February. 19,2024

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.

Episode 3 - Episode 3

February. 26,2024

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.

In 2003, Space Shuttle Columbia breaks apart in the skies above America. The astronauts’ families and Nasa staff share personal stories of the launch, unfolding disaster and fallout.