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Apollo Astronaut Ken Mattingly, Hero of Apollo 13, Passes Away at 87

Ken Mattingly, the astronaut known for his crucial role in helping bring the damaged Apollo 13 spacecraft back to Earth, has passed away at the age of 87. Mattingly, a former Navy pilot, joined NASA in 1966 and contributed to the development of spacesuits and backpacks for the Apollo moon missions. Although he didn't fly on the ill-fated Apollo 13 mission due to exposure to German measles, Mattingly played a vital role in analyzing the situation and providing real-time decisions to save the crew. He later commanded two space shuttle missions before retiring as a rear admiral. Mattingly's legacy will be remembered as a key figure in the success of the Apollo Program.

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Apollo 13 Hero Ken Mattingly Dies at 87

Ken Mattingly, the astronaut known for his crucial role in helping the Apollo 13 crew return safely to Earth, has passed away at the age of 87. Mattingly, who joined NASA in 1966, contributed to the development of spacesuits and backpacks for the Apollo moon missions. Although he didn't fly on the ill-fated Apollo 13 mission due to exposure to German measles, Mattingly played a vital role in analyzing the situation and providing real-time decisions to save the crew. He later commanded two space shuttle missions and retired as a rear admiral. Mattingly's legacy will be remembered as a key figure in the success of the Apollo Program.

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Apollo astronaut Ken Mattingly, key figure in Apollo 13 mission, passes away at 87

Ken Mattingly, the astronaut known for his crucial role in helping the Apollo 13 crew return safely to Earth, has passed away at the age of 87. Mattingly, a former Navy pilot, joined NASA in 1966 and contributed to the development of spacesuits and backpacks for the Apollo moon missions. Although he did not fly on the ill-fated Apollo 13 mission due to exposure to German measles, Mattingly played a vital role in analyzing the situation and providing real-time decisions to save the crew. He later commanded two space shuttle missions and retired as a rear admiral. Mattingly's legacy will be remembered in the history of space exploration.

via POLITICO|

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Remembering Apollo Astronaut Ken Mattingly: A Hero's Legacy

Apollo astronaut Ken Mattingly, who played a crucial role in the safe return of the Apollo 13 crew after an explosion, has passed away at the age of 87. Mattingly, known for his unparalleled piloting skills, was remembered as a key figure in the success of the Apollo Program and a hero by NASA Administrator Bill Nelson. Mattingly's contributions to space exploration allowed for advancements in learning beyond the realm of space, and his bravery and leadership in exploratory missions will be remembered.

via CNN|

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Remembering Astronaut Ken Mattingly: From Apollo 13 to Apollo 16, a Legacy Lives On

Ken Mattingly, a former astronaut who orbited the moon and commanded NASA shuttle missions, has passed away at the age of 87. Mattingly is best known for being removed from the Apollo 13 mission due to exposure to measles, but he played a significant role in helping the crew safely return to Earth after an oxygen tank explosion. He later went on to command the Apollo 16 mission and continued his career in the space program before retiring and working for aerospace companies.

via The New York Times|

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