The X-38 Crewed Return Vehicle: Part 1 - The Dryden Tests - 1997 - 2001 The Genesis of Space Station Freedom along with immense excitement and inspiration came concerns, chiefly, return of the crew. Initially, the idea would be to leave the crew on orbit with no vehicle docked to the station. In the event of an issue, a Space Shuttle would be launched to return the crew. In the wake of the Challenger Disaster, it was understood that this was not a solution.  Space Station Freedom neede
    • Like
    5