NASA released a report based on the last minutes of Space Shuttle Columbia . Seven astronauts died when the spacecraft broke up while returning to Earth in 2003 . Notes : Astronauts thought for about 40 seconds that they 'd lost control of craft . They also reported problems with the crew 's helmets , spacesuits and restraints .
NASA released a report Tuesday on the last minutes of Space Shuttle Columbia . Seven astronauts died when the spacecraft broke up while returning to Earth in 2003 . Report : Astronauts knew for about 40 seconds that they 'd lost control of craft . Report also cited problems with the crew 's helmets , spacesuits and restraints .