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Originally Posted by edwardsdj
Spaceflight is dangerous. Astronauts do die. The first space shuttle orbital flight was interesting in that the shuttle needs people to fly it so no unmanned test flight was possible. Interesting design decision!
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I would expect that they would have "test pilots" lined up for miles to take the flight though. No matter how dangerous it may be, there will always be someone willing to risk their lives for the thrill. I guess we ultimately owe people like this a lot, otherwise where would we be if no one was willing to risk their lives. The movie "The Right Stuff" is an excellent demonstration of the fine line between brave and stupid!...love it!