Becoming an Astronaut By Caroline

Facts about Becoming an Astronaut

• Astronauts go to space to and learn about movement in the universe

• Takes years to become an astronaut

• Learn survival skills underwater

• Must have at least 1,000 hours flying jets and planes before fly an aircraft

• Use spacesuits with life support system on back

Becoming an Astronaut

•In charge of 2 people

•Height range 60-76 in.

•Engineering, biological sciences, physical science, or mathematics degree

•100 hrs. of training

•Fly jets and planes before training

•Learn survival skills

•Wear spacesuit

Becoming a Pilot

•In charge of 100 people

•Height range 58.5-76 in.

• Airline training 10 weeks

Reflections

• How many people can travel in a spaceship at one time and detect movement in the universe?

• Can astronauts stop and float in space instead of landing the spaceship?

• Are there any planets astronauts will never be able to land on?

Conclusion

Astronauts require gear, training, and practice

I can’t believe it takes 1,000 hours of training.

You never know you might be the one in that spacesuit someday.

Thank you for watching!!