UAE Astronaut Programme's Second Mission Confirmed by MBRSC

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has officially confirmed the details of the second mission of the UAE Astronaut Programme. This will mark the second Emirati astronaut to travel to space, following the first successful mission of Hazza Al Mansoori in September 2019. The mission, which is set to take place later this year, will take the UAE a step closer to its goal of developing a sustainable space program. Read on to find out more about the upcoming mission and how MBRSC is preparing for it.

Who is going on the mission?

The mission will be manned by Hazzaa AlMansoori, a 32-year-old Emirati astronaut, who was selected from over 4,000 applicants as part of the UAE Astronaut Programme. AlMansoori is a veteran fighter pilot and an experienced military leader, making him the ideal candidate for this mission. AlMansoori will be joined by Sultan AlNeyadi, an experienced engineer, as a backup astronaut in case of any issues during the mission.

What will they be doing?

The second mission of the UAE Astronaut Programme will have a total of three astronauts, including Hazzaa AlMansoori, Sultan AlNeyadi, and Yahya AlSayah. The mission will be conducted on board the International Space Station (ISS), and the astronauts will carry out a variety of scientific experiments. During their time in space, they will focus on conducting medical research, studying the effects of microgravity, and taking part in Earth observation experiments. They will also take part in educational activities to inspire the next generation of space explorers. The mission is expected to last around 11 days, with the astronauts set to return to Earth by the end of 2019. The overall goal of the mission is to create a sustainable platform for future space exploration missions and to enable the UAE to achieve its space ambitions.

How long will they be in space?

The second mission of the UAE Astronaut Programme will last for 10 days. The two astronauts, Hazza Al Mansouri and Sultan Al Neyadi will be launched into space on a Russian Soyuz MS-15 spacecraft. They will spend the first six days of their mission onboard the International Space Station (ISS), completing scientific experiments and other tasks. After that, they will return to Earth in a Soyuz capsule and land in Kazakhstan. The entire mission will last 10 days, making it the longest UAE space mission to date.

What are the goals of the mission?

The primary goal of the UAE Astronaut Programme's second mission is to further expand the UAE's research in the field of space exploration. This mission will build upon the accomplishments of the first mission, which included the successful launch and control of the Hope Probe.

This second mission will focus on testing advanced technologies and gaining a better understanding of the environment in space. The UAE astronauts will be conducting scientific experiments related to Earth observation, satellite communication, and other space activities. They will also be performing medical tests to understand how the human body reacts to living in a microgravity environment.

In addition to advancing knowledge in space exploration, the UAE Astronaut Programme is also aiming to inspire a new generation of young people to take part in science and technology. Through the successful completion of this mission, the UAE aims to demonstrate the strength of its space program and encourage more citizens to get involved in the exciting world of space exploration.