jazzman13

To Rick - what's re-entry truly like, and do you have any memorable experiences from launch or re-entry?

To the team - first, as an aerospace engineer, thank you for helping get us back to large-scale human exploration. I've heard that the diameter of the capsule is smaller than it was originally planned, did that affect engineering decisions for you all?

Colonel, as a pilot myself (although only a VFR weekend warrior), I have a couple questions for you.

What was your first impression of the plane and the mission, when you were initially a part of the program?

Additionally, what was your favorite moment while flying the Blackbird?

Thank you so much for your service and time! See you in the skies.

Thanks for the reply!

Sorry, I was actually in MY aerospace classes... not too much time to spend on reddit.

Additionally, how did you become an astronaut? (I'm a pilot myself and just curious)