Women’s History Month: Celebrating Women Astronauts 2024

Women’s History Month: Celebrating Women Astronauts 2024

g, ‘When all the people collect the wood, you will make a great fire.’” – Liu Yang As of Feb. 29, 2024, 75 women have flown in space. Of these, 47 have worked on the International Space Station as long-duration expedition crewmembers, as visitors on space...
Record-Setting NASA Astronaut Peggy Whitson Retires

Record-Setting NASA Astronaut Peggy Whitson Retires

NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson, who holds the U.S. record for most cumulative time in space, is retiring from the agency, effective Friday.  “Peggy Whitson is a testament to the American spirit,” said NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine. “Her determination, strength...