Shuttle disaster report 'falls short over safety'

The Columbia shuttle disaster investigation board did not go far enough in its recommended safety changes, one of the investigators has said.

Shuttle disaster report 'falls short over safety'

The Columbia shuttle disaster investigation board did not go far enough in its recommended safety changes, one of the investigators has said.

US Air Force Brig Gen Duane Deal’s comments came in a supplemental report that urges Nasa to strengthen space shuttle inspections and correct mechanical problems that were unrelated to the Columbia disaster, but could cause another.

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