By Sakshi Sah
Published Dec 05, 2024

Hindustan Times
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10 unforgettable pics of Sunita Williams in the vastness of space

Sunita Williams was selected as a NASA astronaut in 1998. She is a veteran of two space missions and has spent over 322 days in space.

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Currently, Sunita Williams is living and working aboard the International Space Station as part of Expedition 71/72.

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On June 5, 2024, Sunita Williams launched aboard Boeing's Starliner spacecraft for its first crewed flight.

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Before her space missions, Sunita participated in NEEMO2, where she lived underwater in the Aquarius habitat for 9 days.

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Her first space missions were Expeditions 14/15, followed by Expeditions 32/33.

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During these, she served as Flight Engineer and Commander aboard the ISS, gaining significant experience in space operations.

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Williams has completed 50 hours and 40 minutes of spacewalks, making her second in total cumulative spacewalk time by a female astronaut.

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Sunita Williams' extraordinary career continues to inspire future astronauts around the world.

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Sunita Williams has made groundbreaking contributions to NASA.

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Her accomplishments have not only set records but also paved the way for future astronauts.

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