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40 years after the space shuttle Challenger disaster, spaceflight remains far from routine

Seven astronauts lost their lives during the Challenger space shuttle disaster on Jan. 28, 1986. Four decades later, human spaceflight remains a difficult business.

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Editorial: Nation marks 40 years since space shuttle Challenger disaster

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40 years ago, the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster changed young Floridians' lives

Christa McAuliffe remembered 40 years after space shuttle Challenger exploded

It's now been 40 years since New Hampshire school teacher Christa McAuliffe died when the space shuttle Challenger exploded.

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The Challenger shuttle disaster that killed 7 crew members was 40 years ago. What happened and how they're being remembered.

It's been 40 years since 7 people were killed in the Challenger space shuttle explosion off Florida coast

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NASA's space shuttle Challenger exploded 40 years ago today, killing its 7-person crew. Photos reveal Challenger's legacy.

NASA's space shuttle Challenger completed 10 missions before it broke apart during a launch in 1986, killing seven astronauts.

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Exclusive: Kansas astronaut Steve Hawley discusses Challenger disaster on its 40th anniversary

Hawley discussed the Challenger disaster, his role in the investigation, and his remembrance of Judith Resnik.

How Space Shuttle Discovery Almost Became a Victim of Cultural Vandalism

Space Shuttle Discovery remains intact at the Smithsonian after officials warned relocation could damage the historic orbiter.