Tim Peake named ESA ambassador
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Astronaut Tim Peake assumes ESA ambassadorial role
Tim Peake, a British ESA astronaut, has been on an unpaid leave of absence from ESA since October 1, 2019. During this time, he continued to support ESA after returning to the UK and collaborating more closely with the UK Space Agency on their education and outreach program.
Tim Peake has decided to leave the ESA astronaut corps after his sabbatical ends on December 31, 2022. Tim Peake will now serve as an ambassador for ESA’s activities, working closely with the UK Space Agency. Tim Peake will continue to focus on encouraging young people to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), as well as supporting ESA’s Human and Robotic Exploration program and the future growth of the space industry in this role.
Tim Peake was chosen as an ESA astronaut in May 2009, and in December 2015, he became the first British ESA astronaut to visit the International Space Station.
His ‘Principia’ mission was an eventful and busy six months in space. During his time in space, he participated in over 250 scientific experiments for ESA and international partners, as well as many educational outreach activities in collaboration with the UK Space Agency, engaging over two million schoolchildren across Europe in over 30 projects.
Tim Peake held various roles within ESA after his flight and completion of all post-mission activities, including Head of Astronaut Operations.
Tim Peake said, “Being an ESA astronaut has been the most extraordinary experience. I have had the privilege of working with an exceptional team of dedicated individuals during the past 13 years with the Agency, which has been incredibly exciting and rewarding. By assuming the role of an ambassador for human spaceflight, I shall continue to support ESA and the UK Space Agency, with a focus on educational outreach, and I look forward to the many exciting opportunities ahead.”
“Having worked with Tim since the announcement of his selection, I want to thank him for his contribution to European human spaceflight and exploration,” said David Parker, ESA’s Director for Human and Robotic Exploration. “His Principia mission touched literally millions of young lives in Europe,” he added.
Frank De Winne, Head of the European Astronaut Centre (EAC) and ESA ISS Programme Manager, said, “Throughout his career at ESA, Tim’s performance has been outstanding, whether it was in space, as European ISS Communicator (‘Eurocom’) on console or Head of Astronaut Operations at EAC.”
ESA’s Director General Josef Aschbacher said, “Tim has been a role model for kids, aspiring youngsters and young professionals alike, inspiring millions of them and at the same time being an excellent ambassador for the whole of ESA, its values and its ambition – I would like to thank Tim most sincerely and am looking forward to his continued involvement with the Agency.”
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