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As Nasa prepares space shuttle Columbia for its 28th mission, excitement and trepidation build amongst the astronauts and their families while they count down to launch.

As Nasa prepares Space Shuttle Columbia for its 28th mission, excitement and trepidation build amongst the astronauts and their families as they count down to launch. This programme hears from the seven astronauts - a mixture of veterans and rookies - and their families as they train for an awe-inspiring journey of a lifetime.

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Wed 13 Mar 202402:40
BBC Two

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Credits

DirectorLizzie Kempton
DirectorDanielle Spears
ProducerOli Roy
Line ProducerClara Thomas
EditorCharlie MacDonald
Executive ProducerEmma Whitehead
Executive ProducerEmma Tutty
Production CompanyMindhouse Productions

Broadcasts

  • Mon 12 Feb 202421:00
    BBC Two
  • Wed 14 Feb 202423:45
    BBC Two except Wales & Wales HD
  • Wed 13 Mar 202402:40
    BBC Two

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