On January 28, 1986, the space shuttle Challenger exploded shortly after liftoff, killing the seven crewmembers on board. The space shuttle disintegrated over the Atlantic Ocean, just off the coast of Cape Canaveral in Florida. NASA later determined that two rubber O-rings, which were designed to separate the sections of the rocket booster, had failed due to cold temperatures on the morning of the launch. The disaster resulted in a 32-month hiatus in the space shuttle program as NASA worked to r

The Space Shuttle flew 135 missions over 30 years, and while it achieved many great moments, it also faced some terrifying close calls. Join us as we dive into the the close calls that could have ended the Shuttle program prematurely. From engine shutdowns to dangerous foam strikes, these stories highlight the incredible risks and resilience of human spaceflight. To watch the full video, follow the link in the comments below! 👇 | NASASpaceflight.com