Civilian Astronauts

Civilian astronauts are individuals who participate in space missions but are not career astronauts or affiliated with a government space agency like NASA. Instead, they often come from diverse backgrounds, including private industry, academia, or non-profit organizations. These individuals typically undergo training to prepare for their missions, which may involve learning about spacecraft operation, safety protocols, and the physical demands of space travel. Civilian astronauts may travel to space as part of private spaceflight programs, research missions, or other commercial endeavors. The increasing activity of private companies in the space sector has broadened access to space, allowing civilians the opportunity to experience space travel and contribute to scientific research.