Did You Know: To achieve the realistic weightlessness scenes in the movie "Apollo 13," director Ron Howard and his team filmed some scenes aboard NASA's "vomit comet," a KC-135 aircraft used for simulating zero gravity?

"Apollo 13," released in 1995 and directed by Ron Howard, is based on the true story of NASA's ill-fated Apollo 13 mission. To create the authentic feeling of zero gravity experienced by the astronauts, the filmmakers utilized a KC-135 aircraft, often referred to as the "vomit comet" due to the turbulence experienced during its parabolic flights.

The aircraft creates moments of weightlessness by flying in a series of steep climbs and descents, simulating the sensation of floating. The film's cast, including Tom Hanks, Kevin Bacon, and Bill Paxton, experienced weightlessness during these flights, which added a layer of realism to their performances.

This commitment to authenticity not only contributed to the film's success but also highlighted the lengths to which filmmakers are willing to go to accurately portray the challenges and experiences of space exploration. "Apollo 13" remains a beloved and acclaimed film that captures the resilience and ingenuity of the astronauts and the NASA team during a crisis in space.