Planetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science

Space Policy Edition: Was the Space Shuttle a policy failure?

Dec 1, 2023
Discussion on whether the Space Shuttle was a policy failure, analyzing its goals versus reality, design choices, and lack of support. Examining the motivations, troubles, uncertainty, and criticism of the program. Exploring challenges faced, trade-offs made, and impact on NASA. Exploring financial aspects and questioning if they can be considered policy failures.
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