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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Status

Ended

Original Name

The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth

First Air Date

February 12, 2024

Last Air Date

February 26, 2024

Seasons

1

Episodes

3

Language

English

Production Companies

Mindhouse Productions

Networks

BBC Two

Episode 3
S01E03

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.

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