2007-05-03 13:59:11 · 5 answers · asked by unyx_430 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space
Hey,
Well, first of all you must have quite a few hours in jet powered aircraft. Hence, most of the pilots (if not all come) from the military. Also, the shuttle is being retired in 2010 and it is being replaced with Orion (CEV). Many pilots have engineering degrees. If you are reeeeeally interested in flying checkout Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (best school in the world for pilots). Hope this helps and there are more details on the webpage below!
2007-05-04 16:00:51 · answer #1 · answered by Orion 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Join the military and become a pilot first, that would be your best chance, since all shuttle pilots are in the military
2007-05-06 15:16:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You must be a military pilot, preferably a test pilot or fighter pilot. Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines all have both, but the Army has fewer test and fighter pilots.
If you are a woman, you'll have an easier time becoming a pilot in the Air Force.
2007-05-03 14:12:33 · answer #3 · answered by TychaBrahe 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Space Shuttle pilots are typically recruited from the Air Force. So you'll need to join AF ROTC ( so you can be a pilot ) and then show extraordinary initiative, talent, and intelligence.
2007-05-03 14:03:07 · answer #4 · answered by v_2tbrow 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you should be a military pilot, ideally a test pilot or fighter pilot. military, military, Air tension, and Marines all have each, whether the army has fewer test and fighter pilots. once you're a woman, you would be waiting to have an extra convenient time setting up a pilot in the Air tension.
2016-10-04 08:39:25 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋