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The foam chunk struck the wing - did Columbia make it back?
A space shuttle launches with a hidden wound, carrying seven astronauts unaware their vessel may not bring them home. Can a space program overcome its own blind spots in time?
The foam chunk struck the wing - did Columbia make it back?
This episode explores the Columbia space shuttle disaster, focusing on the overlooked warning signs and the systemic issues that contributed to the tragedy. It delves into the critical decisions and missed opportunities that left the crew vulnerable.
Date: February 1, 2003
Vehicle: Space Shuttle Columbia
Crew: Seven
Debris recovered: 83,900 pieces
Wreckage…
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