R. Mike Mullane

About the Author

R. Mike Mullane is a retired NASA astronaut and mission specialist who flew on three Space Shuttle missions, including the inaugural flight of the Discovery in 1985 and the deployment of the Hubble Space Telescope in 1990. With a background in the U.S. Air Force where he served as a reconnaissance pilot, Mullane brings a unique blend of technical expertise and adventurous spirit to his writing. His book, 'Do Your Ears Pop in Space? and 500 Other Surprising Questions about Space Travel,' demystifies the wonders and challenges of space exploration through engaging Q&A format, drawing from his personal experiences orbiting Earth. A sought-after speaker and author, Mullane continues to inspire readers with tales of human ingenuity and the final frontier.