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.
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.
David Cameron has congratulated Major Tim Peake on becoming the first official British astronaut.
PM: Congratulations @astro_timpeake on becoming Britain’s next astronaut; 2015 mission will be momentous for @spacegovuk & GB #AstroTim
Major Tim Peake will be the first British astronaut in space for 20 years - but has no plans to sing any Bowie songs from outer space.
As Tim Peake prepares to become the first official Brit in space, here are other British-born astronauts who have experienced the thrill.