Dr. Michael Collins

Dr. Michael Collins (1930-2021) was an American astronaut and a key figure in space exploration. He flew aboard the Apollo 11 mission in 1969, alongside Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, and played a vital role in the historic first moon landing. While Armstrong and Aldrin descended to the lunar surface, Collins piloted the command module in lunar orbit, ensuring their safe return. Besides his astronaut career, he was also a test pilot and held various leadership positions in NASA. Collins was known for his thoughtful insights on space exploration and the human spirit's quest for discovery.