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Jack Swigert

Jack Swigert

Jack Swigert was a government astronaut from United States of America, affiliated with NASA.

During their career, Jack Swigert flew on 1 spaceflight, logging 5 days, 22 hours, 53 minutes, 57 seconds in space.

John Leonard "Jack" Swigert Jr. was an American test pilot, mechanical and aerospace engineer, United States Air Force pilot, and NASA astronaut. He was one of twenty-four astronauts who have flown to the Moon.[2][3]

Before joining NASA in 1966, Swigert was a civilian test pilot and fighter pilot in the Air National Guard. After leaving NASA, he was elected to Congress from Colorado's new 6th district, but died before being sworn in.

Career Statistics

Key facts and career statistics for Jack Swigert
Date of Birth08/30/1931
Date of Death12/27/1982
StatusDeceased
First Flight04/11/1970
Last Flight04/11/1970
In SpaceNo
Time in Space5 days, 22 hours, 53 minutes, 57 seconds
Landings1

Spaceflights by Jack Swigert

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

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