Challenger: The Final Flight

Name: Challenger: The Final Flight
Released: 2020-09-16
Rating: 7.079

7.1

September 16, 2020

1 Season • 4 Episodes

Ended

Documentary

Overview

Engineers, officials and the crew members' families provide their perspective on the 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger disaster and its aftermath.

Created By

Steven Leckart, Glen Zipper

Episodes

1. Space for Everyone

September 16, 2020 • 44m

The new Space Shuttle program captivates America and draws a diverse, determined crop of astronauts. But safety issues arise out of public view.

7.7

2. HELP!

September 16, 2020 • 42m

To revive public interest, NASA chooses teacher Christa McAuliffe to be the first civilian on the Shuttle. Issues with the solid rocket boosters linger.

7.7

3. A Major Malfunction

September 16, 2020 • 41m

After several delays, the crew prepares for launch as engineers and NASA officials tensely discuss concerns about the O-rings and a cold weather launch.

7.8

4. Nothing Ends Here

September 16, 2020 • 53m

Challenger's shocking explosion devastates the families of the crew as well as millions watching live, and an investigation puts NASA on the defensive.

8.0

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