Atasever Discusses His Historic Space Journey
Date
6/13/2024 3:12:57 PM
(MENAFN- AzerNews)
Minister of industry and technology Mehmet Fatih Kacır and
Turkiye's second astronaut, Tuva Cihangir Atasever, held a press
conference in Ankara.
Atasever conveyed his excitement during the process.
"We conducted 7 different experiments, reaching an altitude of
90 kilometers in just 1 minute. It felt like flying without
wings."
Minister Mehmet Fatih Kacır remarks that Atasever conducted 7
different experiments using experimental sets attached to his body,
expanding the scope of research, advanced Turkiye's scientific
research and development capacity in space exploration.
Tuva Cihangir Atasever said that his childhood dreams didn't
include becoming an astronaut.
"My passion for space developed later in life. Starting as an
engineer responsible for avionics systems at the Space Systems
Directorate in 2017, I gradually engaged in various space-related
projects. Following the establishment of Turkiye's space agency and
the announcement of the national space program in February 2021, I
underwent rigorous selection and training processes, eventually
being chosen as one of Turkiye's two astronauts. My and colleague,
Alper Abi, relocated to Houston and received extensive training at
NASA, SpaceX, and other facilities.
Describing his excitement during the journey as akin to a child
at an amusement park, he highlighted the performance of 7 different
experiments.
"Their departure for the USA on May 28, preparation of
experiments at Action Space, and simulation of the flight the day
before launch. The actual flight, reaching an altitude of 90
kilometers in just 1 minute, and the surreal experience of floating
without wings."
Reflecting on the flight, he quoted Mevlana, saying, "The world
is renewed with every breath," likening his experience to being
reborn on June 8th."
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