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How far was challenger from launch the launch site when it broke up?
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The Challenger was 74 seconds in-flight when it exploded.
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How far had the space shuttle 'Challenger' gotten before it disintegrated in flight?
The space shuttle Challenger disintegrated 73 seconds after liftoff on January 28, 1986. It had reached an altitude of approximately 46,000 feet before the disaster occurred.
Why do you have to stand far away from a shuttle launch?
You need to stand far away from a shuttle launch to ensure safety in case of an explosion or malfunction. The intense heat and pressure generated by the launch can be dangerous, and standing at a distance minimizes the risk of harm from any debris.
Who was the first American to die in space?
As of March 2010, no Americans have died in space. Space is defined as 62 miles above sea level. Several astronauts have died in spaceflight-related disasters. In 1967, the 3-man crew of Apollo 1 died during a fire on the launchpad. In 1986, the 7-member crew of the Space Shuttle Challenger died during launch. Challenger was still far from reaching space. In 2003, the 7-member crew of the Space Shuttle Columbia died during re-entry. By the time the vehicle broke apart, the crew was below the 62 mile mark.
How far away can a space shuttle launch be witnessed by the naked eye?
A space shuttle launch can typically be witnessed by the naked eye within a radius of about 50-100 miles from the launch site, depending on factors such as weather conditions and time of day. The visibility may vary, but launches are often visible from a considerable distance due to the brightness and size of the shuttle during its ascent.
Name all of the space shuttles so far?
The space shuttles are Atlantis, Challenger, Columbia, Discovery, Endeavour, and Enterprise.
Who explored the challenger deep?
The challenger was able to protect the challenger deep by sleeping in the ground so far down.
Who will win 1968 dodge challenger vs 2000 dodge viper?
challenger by far, vipers
Are the Jackson's broke?
No, they are nor mega rich but they are far from broke.
How far did the fartherst catapult launch?
about 3.5 kilometers
When are they going to come out with 6 speed in the 09 rt challenger month?
As far as I know you can order it now according to the challenger pamphlet, better hurry and get one before GM buys the company and quits building the challenger.
How far had the space shuttle 'Challenger' gotten before it disintegrated in flight?
The space shuttle Challenger disintegrated 73 seconds after liftoff on January 28, 1986. It had reached an altitude of approximately 46,000 feet before the disaster occurred.
Who was the first American to die in space?
As of March 2010, no Americans have died in space. Space is defined as 62 miles above sea level. Several astronauts have died in spaceflight-related disasters. In 1967, the 3-man crew of Apollo 1 died during a fire on the launchpad. In 1986, the 7-member crew of the Space Shuttle Challenger died during launch. Challenger was still far from reaching space. In 2003, the 7-member crew of the Space Shuttle Columbia died during re-entry. By the time the vehicle broke apart, the crew was below the 62 mile mark.
Why do you have to stand far away from a shuttle launch?
You need to stand far away from a shuttle launch to ensure safety in case of an explosion or malfunction. The intense heat and pressure generated by the launch can be dangerous, and standing at a distance minimizes the risk of harm from any debris.
Where is VIN on 2008 dodge challenger?
On the far left on top of the dash underneath the windshield
Why did the sputnik carry weapons into space?
As far as we know, it didn't. But if you can launch something harmless into orbit, you can also launch something dangerous into orbit, which was a big part of the fear caused by the Sputnik launch.
Who broke the speed of light?
Nobody did, as far as we know.
How far can a paper plane fly?
that depends on the design, how well you make it and where you launch it from
