Space Shuttle Atlantis Rocket Re-Entry Video
This truly amazing video was captured by the cameras mounted on the sides of the Solid Rocket Boosters (SRBs) as they’re blown clear of the space shuttle Atlantis during the launch of STS-115.
What I find to be really facinating is the fact that these boosters fall back to earth and splash down in only about 4 minutes. I can’t get to the grocery store in 4 minutes, but these things glide down from space. Man, we’ve got a thin atmosphere…
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James,
I never thought about it before, but I’m assuming that whoever posted this on YouTube must have snagged it off of the NASA site somewhere. I know they make most of these videos and photos available for download, but I’m not sure where they put it. So, I guess my recommendation would be to try http://NASA.gov. And if you find it please let us know! :-)
John
Do you have any idea of how one could find this video at higher res? This is some of the most amazing 4 minutes of video I’ve ever seen.
j