NASA Unveils New Astronaut Class

NASA has announced the selection of its 2025 Astronaut Candidate Class, marking a new era in space exploration. The 10 candidates were introduced at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston after a rigorous selection process from over 8,000 applicants nationwide. Acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy welcomed the new class, emphasizing their role in unlocking a “Golden Age of exploration.”

The diverse group includes professionals from various fields, including military officers, engineers, and scientists. Their training will encompass skills for operations aboard the International Space Station and missions to the Moon and Mars. The curriculum includes robotics, survival training, and simulated spacewalks, preparing them for future spaceflight assignments.

The new astronaut candidates are set to join NASA’s active astronaut corps upon graduation, contributing to ongoing research and exploration goals. This selection is part of NASA’s broader mission to advance deep space exploration, with a long-term vision of sustaining human presence beyond low Earth orbit. The candidates will be available for media interviews on October 7, as NASA continues to inspire the next generation of explorers.

For more details, including candidate bios and photos, visit NASA’s official website.