Sunita Williams flew to space first time 18 years ago. She made this record

 

Sunita Williams flew to space first time 18 years ago. She made this record




    Astronaut Sunita Williams, who is on an extended eight month long mission to space, made her first venture beyond Earth eight years ago.

    Sunita Williams flew with astronaut Joan Higginbotham on her inaugural flights to space aboard Space Shuttle Discovery during the STS-116 mission in December 2006.

    This mission was pivotal not only for its technical achievements but also for its significance in advancing the presence of women and minorities in space exploration.

    Joan Higginbotham, an electrical engineer and the third African American woman to fly into space, served as a mission specialist on this mission. Her primary responsibilities included operating the Space Station Remote Manipulator System (SSRMS), a crucial task in the ongoing construction of the International Space Station (ISS).

    During the nearly 13-day mission, Higginbotham logged over 308 hours in space.

    Sunita Williams also played a historic role during STS-116. After riding the shuttle to the ISS, she remained in space for an impressive 192 days, setting a record for the longest single spaceflight by a woman at that time.

    Williams' extended stay allowed her to contribute significantly to scientific research and further construction of the ISS.

    The STS-116 mission involved complex operations, including four spacewalks to install a new truss segment on the ISS and rewire its power systems. The crew successfully delivered more than two tons of equipment and supplies to the station, while also returning nearly two tons of unneeded items back to Earth.

    The successful completion of STS-116 marked a significant milestone in NASA’s efforts to expand human presence in low Earth orbit and beyond. Both Higginbotham and Williams have since inspired countless individuals through their achievements and advocacy for STEM education.

    Williams is now serving as commander of the Space Station as she continues her work on research and studies in microgravity


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