NASA Astronaut Frank Rubio's Reflections on Record-Breaking Year in Space
TL;DR
American astronaut Frank Rubio broke NASA's single spaceflight record for continuous days spent in space by an American, spending 371 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS) due to unexpected hiccups, including a coolant leak in the Soyuz capsule that jeopardized his ride home. Rubio reflected on his unexpected year in space, expressing that he would have declined the extended stay if asked upfront. Despite the challenges, Rubio participated in various research projects and will return to Earth on September 27, looking forward to reuniting with his family and enjoying the peace and quiet.
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