Celebrating 65 Years of American Space Exploration
On May 5th, 1961, astronaut Alan Shepard became the first American in space, paving the way for future generations of space travelers
On May 5th, 1961, astronaut Alan Shepard became the first American in space, paving the way for future generations of space travelers
Crew members on the International Space Station quickly moved to a SpaceX capsule as a minor air leak in a Russian module triggered an unplanned safety procedure. The rapid response highlights the station's strict emergency protocols.