This Is What Astronauts Actually See On Reentry

This Is What Astronauts Actually See On Reentry

Ever wondered what astronauts see when they return from the International Space Station at the end of their mission, tucked tightly into a Soyuz space capsule? Well, it’s this.

In this video, astronaut Mike Hopkins (Expedition 37/38 ) — who returned to Earth back in March — shows you. The real fireworks start at 12:40.

Oh and just as a reminder, this is what the reentry rollercoaster that is Soyuz looks like on the inside:

This Is What Astronauts Actually See On Reentry


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