6 days ago · The term “astronaut” derives from the Greek words meaning “star sailor,” and refers to all who have been launched as crew members aboard NASA spacecraft bound for orbit and beyond.

Astronauts in training must learn how to control and fly the Space Shuttle; further, it is vital that they are familiar with the International Space Station so they know what they must do when they get there.

5 days ago · CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — The International Space Station returned to full strength with Saturday's arrival of four new astronauts to replace colleagues who bailed early because of …

Sep 23, 2025 · The candidates – six women and four men – are the first class of astronaut recruits in four years since 10 new astronauts were selected as part of the 2021 class.

5 days ago · astronaut, designation, derived from the Greek words for “star” and “sailor,” commonly applied to an individual who has flown in outer space. More specifically, in the West, astronaut refers …

4 days ago · See which astronauts are currently in orbit, updated in real time! Learn about their missions and space stations.

5 days ago · The International Space Station is back to full strength with the arrival of four new astronauts, after the evacuation of a crew of four NASA astronauts, one of whom had an undisclosed …

Nov 27, 2025 · The goal of Who Is In Space is to spread the amazing actions, feats, and words of the men and women currently aboard the International Space Station. Who Is In Space is constantly …

Jan 21, 2026 · Alan B. Shepard, Jr. was the first American in space. Neil Armstrong was the first man to walk on the moon. John H. Glenn, Jr. was the first American to Orbit the Earth. Sally K. Ride was the …

Discover a definitive list of astronauts from NASA, ESA, Roscosmos, and more. Explore bios, mission details, and careers of global space explorers, past and present.