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13 Minutes to the Moon
Ep.04 Fire to the Phoenix
Jun 2, 2019
Former NASA astronauts, flight directors, and engineers discuss the Apollo program, focusing on the tragic fire of Apollo 1 and the successful test mission of Apollo 7. They delve into the challenges faced, lack of leadership, and the emotional impact of the fire. The chapter also explores the vital role of the Apollo guidance computer in the moon landing.
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- The Apollo 1 fire highlighted the critical importance of the command and service module's life support systems, prompting NASA to reassess and make significant changes to ensure the safety of future missions.
- Apollo 7's success in thoroughly testing the redesigned command and service module restored confidence in NASA's ability to reach the moon and played a crucial role in meeting President Kennedy's goal of landing astronauts on the moon by the end of the 1960s.
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The Apollo 1 Fire: A National Tragedy
The podcast episode discusses the devastating Apollo 1 fire in January 1967, which killed astronauts Gus Grissom, Roger Chaffee, and Ed White. This disaster highlighted the critical importance of the command and service module's life support systems and raised concerns about the spacecraft's design and workmanship. NASA was forced to reassess and make significant changes to ensure the safety of future missions. The episode explores how the tragedy affected NASA's culture, prompting a renewed focus on safety and a determination to continue the lunar program.
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