Four of NASA’s newest flight directors discuss their new role at NASA, their journey to where they are now, and how their expertise will be critical in humanity’s return to the Moon and eventually, future exploration of Mars. HWHAP Episode 261.

The New Class of Flight Directors

From Earth orbit to the Moon and Mars, explore the world of human spaceflight with NASA each week on the official podcast of the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Listen to in-depth conversations with the astronauts, scientists and engineers who make it possible.

Science

Experts from NASA’s Stennis Space Center discuss the facilities that support RS-25 engine testing for the Space Launch System and future Artemis missions.  HWHAP Episode 338.

Certifying Artemis Rocket Engines

The CHAPEA crew checks in on their 10th month in a Mars simulated habitat, and a NASA scientist explains her role studying crew habitat design and how it supports behavioral health, team cohesion, and performance. HWHAP Episode 337.

Mars Audio Log #10

Three experts within the Human Physiology, Performance, Protection and Operations Laboratory (H-3PO) at NASA, explain the ins and outs of this integrated laboratory designed to support human spaceflight. HWHAP Episode 336.

H-3PO

A nanosatellites expert explains the process of how CubeSats are selected, scheduled for launch, and eventually deployed from the International Space Station. HWHAP Episode 335.

Small Payloads, Big Science

A principal investigator talks about an experiment on board the space station observing the forces that drive space weather. HWHAP 334.

The New Class of Flight Directors

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