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That's the kind of thing I was wondering. They have a "life boat" Russian vehicle on the space station as well. Seems that there could have been serveral different rescue senarios that could have been attempted if there was a decission that the Columbia wasn't space worthy. Leaving it in space would have been tough, but we know the alternative outcome.

I'm not arm chair quarterbacking, I'm simply asking questions based on new information. Bottom line is, IF NASA knew there was significant damage, the posing of possibilities and the opportunity for finger pointing are self inflicted.

And before anyone asks, I totally support having a space program, think the shuttle program has outlived it's time and needs to be mondernized from the ground up, and believe we should be mounting a mission to Mars right now.

Ignore the pests who bring up the "Mondy Morning Quartebracking" thing. Bad analogy.

Why? Because WE are the owners and GM's. WE MUST review what happened. It is our obligation as owners and general managers. In present cicumstance, given the risk to life, the loss of life of our employees -- it is a solemn and sacred duty.