SPACE EXPLORATION
The Fourth Crew Member
Checklists played a crucial role in the Apollo 11 mission. Astronauts received extensive training on their usage and creation. Every aspect of the mission, both obvious and obscure, was covered in detailed checklists. Crew members spent over 100 hours familiarizing themselves with these checklists. From operating switches and onboard computers to spacesuit procedures, every corner of the Apollo environment had a checklist. Even outside the spacecraft, astronauts relied heavily on checklists, with cuff checklists attached to their wrists. These checklists were so significant that Michael Collins referred to them as "The Fourth Crew Member," highlighting their importance in the mission's success.
SPACE EXPLORATION
The Fourth Crew Member
Checklists played a crucial role in the Apollo 11 mission. Astronauts received extensive training on their usage and creation. Every aspect of the mission, both obvious and obscure, was covered in detailed checklists. Crew members spent over 100 hours familiarizing themselves with these checklists. From operating switches and onboard computers to spacesuit procedures, every corner of the Apollo environment had a checklist. Even outside the spacecraft, astronauts relied heavily on checklists, with cuff checklists attached to their wrists. These checklists were so significant that Michael Collins referred to them as "The Fourth Crew Member," highlighting their importance in the mission's success.