Vladimir Shatalov
Kazakhstani astronaut and pilot
Born
December 8th, 1927
97 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
Kazakhstan
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Born in 1927, contributions to space exploration involved piloting Soyuz missions. Flew on three space missions, including Soyuz 10, Soyuz 12, and Soyuz 20. Achievements included participation in significant scientific experiments conducted in orbit. Involved in Soviet Air Force and played key roles in aerospace operations.
Piloted Soyuz 10 and Soyuz 20 missions
Conducted scientific experiments in space
Served in the Soviet Air Force
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