“Spaceflight will never tolerate carelessness, incapacity, and neglect. Somewhere, somehow, we screwed up. It could have been in design, build, or test. Whatever it was, we should have caught it. We were too gung ho about the schedule and we locked out all of the problems we saw each day in our work. Every element of the program was in trouble and so were we. The simulators were not working, Mission Control was behind in virtually every area, and the flight and test procedures changed daily.”
Quote by Gene Kranz
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Failure Is Not an Option: Mission Control From Mercury to Apollo 13 and Beyond
This book delves into the intricacies of mission control during the early years of the space race, focusing on the critical role played by NASA's mission control team in the Mercury and Apollo programs. It provides an in-depth look at the events surrounding the Apollo 13 mission, emphasizing the bravery and ingenuity of the astronauts and ground crew in the face of a catastrophic failure. The narrative is filled with technical details, personal anecdotes, and insights into the decision-making process during these pivotal moments in space exploration history. more
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Gene Kranz
Gene Kranz is a renowned TV personality. Born on August 17, 1933, he is best known for his role at NASA, particularly during the Apollo program. Kranz is respected for his calm and professional leadership style, leaving a significant mark in the history of space exploration. more
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