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NASA Space Pioneer John Young, Astronaut Without Equal, Retires.

Publication: PR Newswire
Publication Date: 07-DEC-04 		Format: Online - approximately 806 words
Delivery: Immediate Online Access

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Space pioneer John W. Young, a man who flew twice to the moon, walked on its surface and commanded the first space shuttle mission, is retiring.

Young's achievements during his 42-year career at NASA are unmatched. He was the first human to fly in space six times and launch seven times, six times from Earth and once from the moon. He is the only astronaut to pilot four different types of spacecraft, flying in the Gemini, Apollo and Space Shuttle programs. Young is the longest serving astronaut in history. His retirement from NASA is effective Dec. 31.

"John's tenacity and dedication are matched only by his humility," said NASA Administrator Sean O'Keefe. "He's never sought...

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