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Carl E. Walz

American astronaut · United States · On the map · Astronauts · Born 1955 · age 71

Carl Erwin Walz is a retired NASA astronaut currently working for Orbital Sciences Corporation's Advanced Programs Group as vice president for Human Space Flight Operations. Walz was formerly assigned to the Exploration Systems Mission Directorate at NASA Headquarters in Washington, D.C.

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Awards

NASA Distinguished Service Medal2003
Medal "For Merit in Space Exploration"

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He was the Acting Director for the Advanced Capabilities Division in the Exploration Systems Mission Directorate, and was responsible for a broad range of activities to include Human Research, Technology Development, Nuclear Power and Propulsion and the Lunar Robotic Exploration Programs to support the Vision for Space Exploration.

Country
United States
Category
Astronauts
Type
Astronaut
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1955 · age 71