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Robert Crippen became a NASA astronaut in September 1969. He was a member of the astronaut support crew for the Skylab 2, 3, and 4 missions and for the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project mission. He was the pilot of the first orbital test flight of the Shuttle Program (STS-1, April 12-14, 1981) and was the commander of three additional shuttle flights ...
Crippen, Robert. American Astronaut 1937-Robert Crippen has been a major contributor to America's space exploration efforts. From making the first historic flight of the space shuttle, to directing the Kennedy Space Center, to exploring opportunities in the private sector, Crippen has provided experience and leadership for both piloted and unpiloted spaceflight.
Apr 13, 2023 · An interview with the commander and pilot of the first space shuttle mission on the 25th anniversary. Hear John Young and Robert Crippen tell the story of th...
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The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) announced that retired U.S. Navy Capt. Robert “Crip” Crippen is the recipient of the 2023 Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy. Robert L. Crippen (right), and John W. Young (left), were the prime crew for the first flight in the Space Transportation System (STS-1) program. It was awarded December 15 ...
Jul 25, 2011 · Robert Crippen, the pilot on the very first space shuttle mission, STS-1, stopped and talked with Universe Today during the very last launch of a space shuttle on mission STS-135. Photo Credit ...
Robert L. Crippen, a prominent local certified public accountant, known and loved by many, died quietly Sunday evening, Aug. 7, 2011, in St. James Healthcare with his family at his
Aug 1, 2010 · Robert Crippen talked about his life and career as a NASA astronaut and as director of both the space shuttle program and of the Kennedy Space Center. He recalled his pioneering work on the space ...
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