Ken Mattingly

American astronaut, Apollo 16 Command Module Pilot

Ken Mattingly - American astronaut, Apollo 16 Command Module Pilot
Born

March 17th, 1936
88 years ago

Died

October 31st, 2023
1 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Explorers & Adventurers

Country

United States

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A distinguished career in NASA as an astronaut included participation in the Apollo, Skylab, and Space Shuttle programs. Command Module Pilot on Apollo 16, completed a mission in April 1972, resulting in the exploration of the lunar highlands. Contributed to various Shuttle missions, including serving as commander on STS-4. Prior experience as a naval aviator and test pilot provided a solid foundation for a career in space exploration. Retired from NASA and continued to work in the aerospace industry.

Served as Command Module Pilot on Apollo 16

Commanded STS-4 mission

Participated in Skylab missions

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