Astronauts born on February 29

Take a focused look at the astronauts born on February 29. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

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  • Jack R Lousma
    1936 Jack R Lousma

    NASA astronaut and United States Marine Corps officer, known for piloting the third Skylab mission and commanding the second Space Shuttle...

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