Ken Bowersox
American astronaut · United States · On the map · Astronauts · Born 1956 · age 69
Kenneth Dwane "Sox" Bowersox is a United States Navy officer and former NASA astronaut. He is a veteran of four Space Shuttle missions and an extended stay aboard the International Space Station. When he launched on STS-73 at the age of 38 years and 11 months, he became the youngest person to command a Space Shuttle.
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A typical day, 30 days to 21 June 2026
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Bowersox making a sandwich during STS-50
Bowersox (center) and crewmates in orbit during STS-61
Bowersox pictured in the shuttle commander's seat during STS-73, prior to re-entry
Bowersox pictured on the ISS
Bowersox, as Associate Administrator for Space Operations, during a Flight Readiness Review panel in 2023.Awards
About this person
Country
United States
Category
Astronauts
Type
Astronaut
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1956 · age 69
