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UK astronaut set for 2015 launch

Major Tim Peake has been confirmed as the first official British astronaut to live and work in space. The 41-year-old will fly to the International Space Station in November 2015.

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British astronaut: Space journey 'a real privilege'

Britain's first official astronaut Major Tim Peake said going to space would be "a real privilege" and to be assigned to that mission felt like a "real high point" in his aviation career.

It really is a true privilege to be assigned to a long duration mission, it feels like a real high point in a long career in aviation.

I am really grateful to my family, friends and professional colleagues who are supporting me as I prepare for the challenge that lies ahead.

The mission to the International Space Station is going to be a wonderful opportunity, not just for Europe and European science but the UK as well.

– Major Tim Peake

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