Donald E. Williams
American astronaut and test pilot
Born
February 13th, 1942
83 years ago
Died
2016
9 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
United States
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Completed a distinguished career as a test pilot and astronaut. Served as pilot for the Space Shuttle Atlantis during the STS-51-J mission in 1985. Accumulated over 5,000 hours of flight time in various aircraft. Engaged in multiple military and NASA assignments, contributing to aviation advancements and space exploration.
Piloted Space Shuttle Atlantis on STS-51-J
Accumulated over 5,000 hours of flight time
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