The Space shuttle that fell to earth

Multipart series for BBC and CNN

The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth combines first-hand testimony with previously unseen archive to chart the in-depth story of the Columbia space shuttle tragedy in 2003, when the shuttle disintegrated during re-entry to Earth. Hearing from those closest to the story - the astronauts’ families and NASA officials - some of whom have never spoken before - this multi-part series explores how and why the disaster occurred.

Watch The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth on BBC iPlayer here.

“the finest possible tribute to the astronauts who lost their lives”

★★★★★

THE GUARDIAN