Space Shuttle Columbia
Coverage of Space Shuttle Columbia in the Nexus archive.
- What to know about Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California’s Mojave Desert
Edwards Air Force Base in California's Mojave Desert is a historic site for aviation milestones, including the first jet-powered flight and breaking the sound barrier. A recent B-52 bomber crash during a test flight killed all eight crew members, highlighting the base's role in ongoing military aircraft development.
- What to know about Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California’s Mojave Desert
Edwards Air Force Base in California's Mojave Desert is a historic site of aviation milestones, including the first jet-powered aircraft flight, breaking the sound barrier, and space shuttle landings. A recent B-52 bomber crash at the base resulted in the deaths of all eight people aboard.
- CBS News Radio flashback: 2003 Space Shuttle Columbia disaster
The Space Shuttle Columbia disintegrated upon reentering Earth's atmosphere on February 1, 2003, killing all seven crew members. This incident occurred during a mission and was covered by CBS News Radio. The disaster resulted in the loss of the entire crew.