Mission to Mars
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- Episode
- Mission to Mars Ep2
- Broadcast Info
- 2003 (59 mins)
- Description
- The Beagle 2 lander has been fully equipped with sophisticated scientific instruments to look for signs of Martian life. But would it even make it aboard the Mars Express, let alone parachute down after a six month voyage to fulfil the visions of its makers? This documentary charts the trials and tribulations faced by the team in the lead-up to the launch date. Taking a ring-side seat, the programme offers a unique perspective on the key players at the forefront of British space science. Whatever happens on Mars, there were two major hurdles before Beagle 2 even left the launch pad: whether it was ready on time - and whether the European Space Agency would allow it on board.
- Genre
- Science; Research; Space Exploration
How to cite this record
The Open University, "Mission to Mars". https://learningonscreen.ac.uk/ou/search/index.php/prog/6654 (Accessed 10 Jan 2025)