Steven R. Nagel

Colonel, engineer, and astronaut

Steven R. Nagel - Colonel, engineer, and astronaut
Born

October 27th, 1946
78 years ago

Died

August 21st, 2014
10 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Explorers & Adventurers

Country

United States

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An American colonel and engineer who flew into space four times. Participated in missions focusing on satellite deployment and scientific research. Contributed to the advancements in the field of aerospace engineering. Retired from NASA and served in the U.S. Air Force.

Completed four spaceflights including STS-51-G

Specialized in satellite deployment and research

Served as a NASA astronaut from 1979 to 1993

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