Brutal Underwater Training | How To Become An Astronaut | Part 3 | BBC Earth Science

Published 2023-11-25
Water is a critical learning resource is an astronaut's arsenal, simulating space conditions here on Earth. But will one candidate be able to taken on this terrifying underwater challenge?

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Astronauts: Toughest Job In The Universe
Space is the ultimate destination. But life there requires extraordinary ability. Millions dream of becoming astronauts. Few make it a reality. So, what happens when you take 12 people at the pinnacle of their professions, and put them through the gruelling process of astronaut selection? As the candidates push themselves to the limit, they’re assessed by a doctor, a psychologist, and an experienced astronaut. If they don’t make the grade, they’re asked to leave. Who will have what it takes to attempt the toughest job in the universe?

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All Comments (12)
  • I'd be too scared to get in the capsule. I applaud her for facing it. Hopefully, she can master that fear to become an astronaut.
  • @CharlestonAES
    I didn't know this show existed! I'll definitely have to check it out.
  • @CL-hu5lr
    This is actually similar to the training that offshore crew has to undergo, we called it bosiet training.. didn’t know they do the same for astronaut. The training prepare us in case of helicopter ditch into water
  • @Benlro1
    They make it so difficult to watch the full episodes of this show. I can't find anywhere to stream it or purchase in the US.
  • Eyes closed nose pinched. Not my bellman thank you. Saturation diver here 1% of my day or night and upto 300m down were its darker than dark.
  • @qwebsome
    We don't need astronauts like that.
  • @WarLasso
    So the "brutal exercise" was to hold her breath for a few seconds? Oh and to open a door too!. Wow, that's astonishing.