Eileen Collins
Astronaut and Space Shuttle Commander
Born
November 19th, 1956
68 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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First female commander of a Space Shuttle, played a significant role in the space program. Collins flew on two Space Shuttle missions, STS-63 and STS-84, and commanded STS-93, which deployed the Chandra X-ray Observatory. Extensive experience as a test pilot and educator contributed to a successful career in NASA, leading to advancements in space exploration.
Commanded STS-93, the first female commander of a shuttle mission
Flew on STS-84, part of the Shuttle-Mir program
Participated in the first flight of the Space Shuttle Endeavour on STS-63
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