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NASA Astronaut Preparing for Space Missions
NASA astronaut Adam Fuhrmann prepares for space missions by training on a WB-57 aircraft. The high-altitude flights simulate the conditions astronauts will face during future space missions.
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NASA astronaut Adam Fuhrmann (right, in yellow) prepares for a training flight aboard NASA’s WB-57 aircraft in this July 16, 2026, photo. These high-altitude flights train the crew to work in a tight environment and operate aircraft systems while in a pressure suit, preparing them for future mission
2026-08-06 15:15 UTC