NASA Space Shuttle landing, as the orbiter returns safely to Earth after completing its mission in space. Traveling at incredible speeds, the Space Shuttle glides through the atmosphere and touches down like an airplane — a perfect ending to a challenging journey beyond Earth. Space Shuttle landings were some of the most intense moments in human spaceflight, requiring absolute precision after enduring extreme heat during re-entry. 📽️ Video credit: NASA / Kennedy Space Center #NASA #SpaceShuttle

On January 28th, 1986 the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded and broke apart on take off. This week, Destruction Decoded explores the top 10 most dramatic space accidents, from Baikonur to Cape Canaveral. Watch Destruction Decoded on Wednesdays at 8pm, on National Geographic UK. | National Geographic UK