Gennady Padalka
Russian astronaut and space commander
Born
June 21st, 1958
67 years ago
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
Russia
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Born in 1958, this figure served as a colonel and pilot in the Russian Air Force. An accomplished astronaut, completed five spaceflights, setting a world record for the total cumulative time spent in space, over 878 days. Participated in various missions aboard the Mir space station, the International Space Station, and the Space Shuttle. Played a significant role in scientific research and international cooperation in space exploration.
Set world record for cumulative time in space
Commanded ISS Expeditions 9, 20, and 24
Participated in space missions aboard Mir
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