Tim Peake
British astronaut
Tim Peake is a former Apache pilot, flight instructor, test pilot and current European Space Agency astronaut. A veteran of eighteen years military service, Tim has flown over 3000 hours on operations worldwide. In December 2015, Tim became the first British astronaut to visit the International Space Station and conduct a spacewalk during his six month mission. He also ran the London marathon from space. Tim's mission engaged more than two million students in outreach activities. He is an ambassador for STEM education, The Prince's Trust and the Scout Association. He is a best-selling author, with proceeds from his books donated to The Prince's Trust.
Visit website: https://www.timpeake.com/
See also: European Space Agency - An organisation dedicated to the exploration of space peacefully
Details last updated 17-May-2020
Tim Peake News
Seeds can survive the travel through space and still grow
Independent - 15-May-2020
But it may reduce the "germination vigour" of the seeds a little bit
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