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A 50+ year old astronaut?

posted 8 years ago by sth78
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Is it realistic that NASA would let a 50+ year old man be captain on a mission to Mars?

[–] jrubenc 8 years ago

There are lots of 40+ people playing professional competitions (and I'm talking about golf or chess). So why not? As long as he's on shape, plus all his experience.

[–] Mr_Wolf_80 8 years ago

 You really want to compare being an astronaut to playing golf and chess?

I'm Winston Wolf. I solve problems.

...And no dream is ever... just a dream...

[–] huwdj 8 years ago

Yes.