Glover, Victor J.
1976- · Contribution: 2020-present
Spacecraft systems engineering; commercial spaceflight operations
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Impact on the world
Became the first Black astronaut to serve as a long-duration crew member aboard the International Space Station, and piloted the first operational SpaceX Crew Dragon mission.
Life & background
A U.S. Navy commander, test pilot, and NASA astronaut, Glover piloted the first operational SpaceX Crew Dragon flight in 2020 and served as a long-duration flight engineer aboard the International Space Station, applying his engineering background to systems operations and spacewalks.
Sources
- Space Center Houston; NMAAHC
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