Astronaut Frank Rubio Breaks Record with 355 Days in Space
In an incredible feat of endurance and resilience, astronaut Frank Rubio has shattered the record for the longest in-orbit mission by an American, spending a staggering 355 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Rubio, who expressed his gratitude for the opportunity, sees this mission as both a challenge and a blessing.
Rubio, determined to reach the 365-day mark, believes this milestone will go down in history for the nation. The previous US record, set in 2022 by Mark Vande, stood at 355 days. However, Rubio’s stay in space is not over just yet, as he is scheduled to return to Earth on September 27, after an astounding 371 days in space.
Originally, Rubio’s mission was intended to last for only six months. However, a leak in the Russian Soyuz rocket prompted an extension, and Rubio and his two colleagues stepped in to replace the crew that was initially due to travel to the ISS on the second rocket.
Reflecting on his experience, Rubio shared his observations about seeing various crews come and go during his time in space. A total of 28 people from different nationalities have joined him in this extraordinary journey. Rubio also described the challenges of living and conducting experiments in low Earth orbit, noting the cramped quarters that astronauts have to adapt to.
While breaking this record is certainly a significant achievement for Rubio, it is worth mentioning that the US record for the most cumulative days in space over a lifetime is held by Peggy Whitson, with an astonishing 675 days.
As Rubio’s return to Earth approaches, the world eagerly awaits his safe arrival and celebrates his historic mission. Stay tuned for further updates on his groundbreaking space voyage.
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