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Daniel Brandenstein

Retired American astronaut and test pilot · United States · On the map · Astronauts · Born 1943 · age 83

Daniel Charles Brandenstein is the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of United Space Alliance. He is a former Naval Aviator, test pilot and NASA astronaut, who flew four Space Shuttle missions. He also served as Chief of the Astronaut Office from 1987 to 1992.

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NASA Distinguished Service Medal1991
Distinguished Flying Cross
Legionnaire of Legion of Merit
Air Medal
United States Astronaut Hall of Fame

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Country
United States
Category
Astronauts
Type
Astronaut
Status
Living
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Born 1943 · age 83