<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>NASA astronaut Shannon Walker retired on July 10 after a career spanning 38 years, including 30 years of federal service and more than 21 years as an astronaut.</li><li>During her two spaceflights, Walker spent a total of 330 days in orbit, contributed to numerous scientific experiments, and commanded the International Space Station for a brief period.</li><li>Walker was the first woman to fly aboard a Dragon spacecraft and served as a mission specialist on NASA's SpaceX Crew-1 mission in 2020.</li><li>She leaves behind a legacy of excellence, having held various roles in the Astronaut Office and contributing significantly to human space exploration throughout her career.</li></ul>

NASA Astronaut Shannon Walker Retires

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