Jack Lousma (astronaut)

Jack Lousma is a retired American astronaut and a former Marine Corps pilot. He flew two space missions: the first aboard Skylab in 1973, which was America's first space station, and the second on the Space Shuttle Columbia in 1983. Lousma's work contributed to advancements in space science and technology. After his NASA career, he worked in the aerospace industry and served as a public speaker advocating for space exploration. His experiences highlight the contributions of astronauts to scientific research and the importance of human spaceflight in expanding our understanding of the universe.