Upcoming Launch to the International Space Station
Cape Canaveral, Fla. – Four astronauts are set to embark on a mission to the International Space Station (ISS). SpaceX and NASA are targeting an October 1 launch for Crew-13, scheduled for liftoff at 11:10 a.m. from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
The U.S. Space Force’s 45th Weather Squadron predicts a 60% chance of favorable weather conditions for the launch. The crew will join Expedition 75 for an approximately six-month stay aboard the ISS.
Meet the Crew
1. Jessica Watkins | Spacecraft Commander (NASA)
- Background: Geologist with a bachelor’s from Stanford and a Ph.D. from UCLA.
- Space Experience: Previously served as a mission specialist on NASA’s SpaceX Crew-4, spending 170 days in space. Crew-13 will mark her second mission, making her the first NASA astronaut to fly aboard a Dragon spacecraft twice.
2. Luke Delaney | Pilot (NASA)
- Background: A Central Florida native and retired Marine Corps major. Holds degrees in mechanical engineering and aerospace engineering.
- Flight Experience: Over 3,900 hours in more than 48 aircraft models. Crew-13 will be his first flight into space.
3. Joshua Kutryk | Mission Specialist (Canadian Space Agency)
- Background: Colonel in the Royal Canadian Air Force, experienced fighter and test pilot with over 4,000 hours on 40 aircraft types. Holds multiple advanced degrees.
- Notable Achievement: Crew-13 is his first spaceflight and he’s the first Canadian astronaut to fly in NASA’s Commercial Crew Program.
4. Sergey Teteryatnikov | Mission Specialist (Roscosmos)
- Background: Graduated from the Naval Academy in St. Petersburg and served in various naval engineering roles.
- Space Experience: Selected for the cosmonaut training in 2021, Crew-13 will be his first journey into space.
Stay tuned for updates as these astronauts prepare for their mission to the ISS!
