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Terry Virts

About the Author

Colonel Terry Virts earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from the United States Air Force Academy in 1989, and a master of aeronautical science degree in aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Selected by NASA in 2000, he was the pilot of STS-130 mission aboard Space Shuttle Endeavour. In March 2015, Virts assumed command of the International Space Station, and spent over 200 days on it. Virts is one of the stars (and photographers) of the IMAX film, A Beautiful Planet, released in April 2016. He is also the author of View from Above (National geographic, 2017). He lives near Houston.

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The Astronaut’s Guide to Leaving the Planet
The Astronaut’s Guide to Leaving the Planet

The Astronaut’s Guide to Leaving the Planet

by Terry Virts

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9781523509614
9781523509614

9781523509614

by Terry Virts

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