Michel Tognini
French astronaut and military officer
Born
September 30th, 1949
75 years ago
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
France
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Born in 1949, an accomplished pilot and engineer served in the French Air Force. Completed various military missions before transitioning to the space sector. Selected as an astronaut in 1985, flew on the Space Shuttle Columbia during the STS-61G mission in 1985 and contributed to several scientific experiments in microgravity. Retired from the Air Force as a Colonel, engaging in roles that advanced space research.
Flew on STS-61G Space Shuttle mission
Served as a Colonel in the French Air Force
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