Tag: ISS procedures


  • What Happens If an Astronaut Dies in Space? A Practical Guide

    What Happens If an Astronaut Dies in Space? A Practical Guide

    Overview: The Reality Behind Space Fatalities Spaceflight remains one of humanity’s most hazardous endeavours. Over six decades, 20 people have perished in space-related incidents, underscoring the stark risks of exploration beyond Earth. While the prospect of a death in space is rare, mission planners and astronauts train for it—alongside countless other contingencies—so that safety, dignity,…

  • What Happens If an Astronaut Dies in Space: Protocols and Realities

    What Happens If an Astronaut Dies in Space: Protocols and Realities

    Introduction: Navigating the Unthinkable in Space Space exploration is inherently hazardous. Over decades, 20 astronauts have lost their lives in or near spaceflight, reminding us that danger is an ever-present aspect of venturing beyond Earth. When tragedy strikes, agencies like NASA, the European Space Agency, and other partners carry out careful, multi-layered protocols designed to…