The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth

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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Episode 1 — Series 1

All available episodes (3 total)

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Breaking news of the tragedy to the president — Series 1, Episode 3
"At first I thought, did someone blow it up?" — Series 1, Episode 3
Excitement turns to worry for the families of the Columbia crew — Series 1, Episode 3
"He wanted to be involved in something that was bigger than him" — Series 1, Episode 2

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The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth

On iPlayer

Episode 1 — Series 1

Supporting Content

Breaking news of the tragedy to the president — Series 1, Episode 3

"At first I thought, did someone blow it up?" — Series 1, Episode 3

Excitement turns to worry for the families of the Columbia crew — Series 1, Episode 3

"He wanted to be involved in something that was bigger than him" — Series 1, Episode 2

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