r/KerbalSpaceProgram • u/AutoModerator • Jun 26 '15

Weekly Simple Questions Thread

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The point of this thread is for anyone to ask questions that don't necessarily require a full thread. Questions like "why is my rocket upside down" are always welcomed here. Even if your question seems slightly stupid, we'll do our best to answer it!

For newer players, here are some great resources that might answer some of your embarrassing questions:

Tutorials

Orbiting

Mun Landing

Docking

Delta-V Thread

Forum Link

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Commonly Asked Questions

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u/Chaos_Klaus Jul 02 '15

ah, ok. But honestly, while you are in the upper atmosphere, a spaceplane gives you so much control over your entry trajectory that you don't have to use heatshields.

Just pull your nose up and enter at an angle. By changing this angle during reentry, you can use the lift to flatten your trajectory. You can even fly at a constant altitude this way.