Slowing Down - Earth.com

On August 2, 2020, the astronauts hurdled towards Earth, taking steps to slow their 17,500 mph speed. They cast off the 6,400 lb trunk, then opened the nosecone of the craft. Next, their fire thrusters worked against the gravity of their freefall, until they reached the appropriate height to deploy the parachutes. Photo Credit: NASA

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