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Topic: John Young Retirement
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Steven Kaplan
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Registered: Jul 2001
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posted December 03, 2004 08:01 AM
   
See page 2. http://www.nasa.gov/centers/kennedy/pdf/102058main_dec3color.pdf
This one caught me by surprise this morning. A true legend, whom I had the honor of meeting at a couple of AHOF functions. I for one would like to say thank you for his service to our country. [This message has been edited by Steven Kaplan (edited December 03, 2004).] [This message has been edited by Steven Kaplan (edited December 03, 2004).] IP: Logged |
Matt T
Member Posts: 1156
From: Chester, Cheshire, UK
Registered: May 2001
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posted December 03, 2004 08:52 AM
Wow. The end of an era. Young was the first moon walker I saw in person (in Edinburgh a few years back) and I was impressed by both his sharpness and his ironic wit. During his talk he was absolutely passionate about the need for manned exploration. I think it's a shame that a lacklustre agenda at NASA through the 80s and 90s has robbed them of the opportunity of returning to manned flights with first person experience as part of the team. Good luck to him, whatever he does next. Cheers,
Matt ------------------
http://www.spaceracemuseum.com IP: Logged |
pokey
Member Posts: 314
From: Houston, TX, USA
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted December 03, 2004 09:16 AM
It was posted on a JSC employee page last week. Was wondering when the word would get out. Gee, I thought he'd die at his desk like Walt Disney! He has been a tireless worker bee for NASA and I'm glad to see him moving along and having a retirement. On Steven's above link it says that there will be a special celebration for Mr. Young next Tuesday at the Air and Space Museum. Does anyone know if the honoree will be in attendance? [This message has been edited by pokey (edited December 03, 2004).] IP: Logged |
mensax
Member Posts: 834
From: Virginia
Registered: Apr 2002
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posted December 03, 2004 11:17 AM
I see a VERY long line at the S-H show in August... and the value of "jumping John's" dropping off a cliff. 
Noah
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skippy in space
Member Posts: 235
From: Aberdeen Scotland
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted December 03, 2004 11:56 AM
No longer a federal employee!!!Wish him all the best in retirment but the question were all asking is will he sign now and will he do any shows!!! IP: Logged |
AuthenticItems
Member Posts: 140
From: USA
Registered: Nov 2002
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posted December 03, 2004 02:47 PM
I hope so.IP: Logged |
nasamad
Member Posts: 1546
From: Essex, UK
Registered: Jul 2001
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posted December 03, 2004 03:53 PM
I don't mind if JY doesn't decide to start signing regularly, providing he writes his biography to make up for it, what a book that would be ! Best Wishes to JY for his well earned retirement. Adam IP: Logged |
Mike Isbell
Member Posts: 196
From: Silver Spring, Maryland USA
Registered: Aug 2003
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posted December 03, 2004 03:56 PM
As a matter of interest about federal employees who are retired from the military, as Capt. Young is, are they allowed to received a second federal pension, or must they choose between a military pension or a civil service pension ?IP: Logged |
Wehaveliftoff
Member Posts: 576
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Registered: Aug 2001
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posted December 04, 2004 02:35 AM
The cat was already out of the bag regarding John Young much earlier in the year. Don't know what the hoopla is all about. Would be nice if he writes an autobiography and attends the NY
signing next year.IP: Logged |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 13056
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted December 04, 2004 02:52 AM
Likely because the cat was out of the bag last year, the year before, three years ago, etc. Without a direct statement by Young or NASA confirmation - the latter we now have - it was just a rumor...IP: Logged |
Richard Scheer
Member Posts: 14
From: Beaumont, Texas, USA
Registered: Aug 2004
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posted December 04, 2004 12:56 PM
Irrespective of cats-out-of-bags and even irrespective of signings (or not) in the future, John Young has earned the respect and admiration of all true fans of the space program, and of the general public. May he have the prosperous and happy retirement that he deserves.Richard IP: Logged |
WAWalsh
Member Posts: 667
From: Cortlandt Manor, NY
Registered: May 2000
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posted December 31, 2004 09:00 AM
With today being, as indicated anyway, the finalday of Capt. Young's outstanding career at NASA -- thank you sir. Your efforts, commitment and dedication to the program and service to our nation is an inspiration to all of us and we truly appreciate everything that you have done.IP: Logged |
Lunar_module_5
Member Posts: 56
From: Wales, UK
Registered: Dec 2004
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posted December 31, 2004 12:37 PM
John Young - Should have got a 7th flight! Happy retirement to a NASA legend. The dream lives on!IP: Logged |
MarylandSpace
Member Posts: 484
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Registered: Aug 2002
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posted December 31, 2004 03:28 PM
John Young: awesome.Garry IP: Logged |
pokey
Member Posts: 314
From: Houston, TX, USA
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted December 31, 2004 09:06 PM
Lunar_module_5: I was told by a good source that he turned down command of a 7th flight (STS-71). IP: Logged |
Hart Sastrowardoyo
Member Posts: 755
From: Toms River, NJ,USA
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted January 02, 2005 06:12 PM
quote:
Originally posted by Lunar_module_5:
John Young - Should have got a 7th flight!
He was assigned command of the HST deployment, Mission 61J; after Challenger, he was removed from command of that flight. IP: Logged |
WAWalsh
Member Posts: 667
From: Cortlandt Manor, NY
Registered: May 2000
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posted January 02, 2005 08:15 PM
Just curious, has anyone ever seen or has anyone ever published John Young's much noted memo on the loss of Challenger and safety issues?IP: Logged |
