Everything Everywhere Daily: History, Science, Geography, & More · Gary Arndt

Skylab

March 10, 2026·15 min·1 clip

Skylab's launch nearly failed when its thermal shield tore off, jamming solar panels and threatening the entire mission.

This episode explores Skylab, America's first space station launched in the 1970s, detailing its origins from Apollo hardware, the dramatic launch and repairs by astronauts, scientific missions, and its eventual re-entry. It highlights key moments like the near-disastrous launch, in-orbit fixes, the Skylab Mutiny, and Skylab's legacy in advancing long-duration spaceflight.

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