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Sonny Carter

Sonny Carter

Sonny Carter was a government astronaut from United States of America, affiliated with NASA.

During their career, Sonny Carter flew on 1 spaceflight, logging 5 days, 6 minutes, 30 seconds in space.

Manley Lanier "Sonny" Carter Jr., M.D. was an American chemist, physician, professional soccer player, naval officer and aviator, test pilot, and NASA astronaut who flew on STS-33.

Career Statistics

Key facts and career statistics for Sonny Carter
Date of Birth08/15/1947
Date of Death04/05/1991
StatusDied While In Active Service
First Flight11/23/1989
Last Flight11/23/1989
In SpaceNo
Time in Space5 days, 6 minutes, 30 seconds
Landings1

Spaceflights by Sonny Carter

Explore the 1 spaceflight Sonny Carter participated in during their astronaut career, including mission details, launch vehicles, and destinations.

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