Khaled Al-Mansoori

Khaled Al-Mansoori is an Emirati astronaut and engineer from the United Arab Emirates. He became the first Arab astronaut to travel to space when he participated in the Commercial Crew program with NASA in 2023. Trained as an aerospace engineer, he underwent rigorous preparation for space missions, including physical and technical training. His journey symbolizes the UAE’s advancements in science and technology, inspiring regional and global interest in space exploration. Al-Mansoori’s role highlights the increasing involvement of Middle Eastern nations in space efforts and aims to motivate young people to pursue careers in science and engineering.