Posted by Bob - the Alien on July 27, 2002 at 08:10:14:
In Reply to: Re: first offs.... posted by NASA on July 26, 2002 at 11:24:58:
: Always keep track of which way the pickle is pointing, just in case--they can lift off in a hurry, and even a giant unit can find itself at risk due to the excessive re-entry speed.
Actually, hasn't NASA figured out most re-entry issues by now? You just need to be sure to come in at the right angle, adjust your speed based on conditions, and be properly prepared to handle any friction caused by the atmosphere.
(Or stratosphere as the case may be.)