Remembering NASA Astronaut Jim McDivitt (June 10, 1929 – October 13, 2022), Who Has Died At The Age

Remembering NASA astronaut Jim McDivitt (June 10, 1929 – October 13, 2022), who has died at the age of 93.

Jimbo was a USAF combat and test pilot before being selected as a NASA astronaut in 1962. He flew Gemini IV in 1965 with his best friend Ed White, becoming the first American astronaut to command his first spaceflight. In 1969, he was the commander of Apollo 9, the third manned mission of the Apollo program. Jim also served as the Apollo Spacecraft Program Manager until his retirement from NASA in 1972.

In addition to being a brilliant engineer and pilot, Jim was a husband, father, and friend. He brought his wit, kindness, and sense of humor to the astronaut corps and paved the way for future explorers. May his memory be a blessing. Ad astra, Jimbo 💙