Apollo 13: The Explosion That Changed Everything
Synopsis
Apollo 13's 1970 mission faced a critical crisis when an oxygen tank explosion forced Jim Lovell and his crew to rely on NASA's innovative problem-solving for their survival.
Synopsis
On April 11, 1970, Apollo 13 launched from Kennedy Space Center with a crew led by Navy captain Jim Lovell. Just 56 hours into the mission, an oxygen tank exploded, leaving the astronauts in a life-threatening situation. As the crew faced dwindling resources, NASA's Mission Control team worked around the clock to devise a plan for their safe return. The documentary details the critical decisions made during this crisis and the innovative use of the lunar module to stabilize the mission.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how Apollo 13 astronauts faced a life-and-death crisis.
- Find out what caused the oxygen tank failure in Apollo 13.
- Meet mission commander Jim Lovell and his team during the emergency.
Did You Know
- Apollo 11 landed on the moon on July 20th, 1969.
- Apollo 12 astronauts Peter Conrad and Albean walked on the moon on November 19th, 1969.
- Apollo 13's oxygen tank malfunction occurred 56 hours into the mission.
- The crew of Apollo 13 was 70 to 80 hours away from Earth during the crisis.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the launch date of Apollo 11?
Apollo 11 was launched on July 20th, 1969.
Who were the astronauts on Apollo 12?
The astronauts on Apollo 12 were Peter Conrad and Alan Bean.
What malfunction occurred during Apollo 13's mission?
Apollo 13 experienced a malfunction that caused the spacecraft to leak precious oxygen.
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