Astronauts

I was honored to meet these genuine American Heroes and to spend some time with them and listen to their story's. They risked their lives not for glory , but for the challenge, and their county's pride. As I spoke with each one I noticed how approachable, mentally sharp and friendly they all were. They were willing to answer your thoughtful questions and shake your hand. Most were by themselves and others had assistants. My photos with the astronauts were all taken by their assistants. They all had signs stating their fees from $95 to $400. My time with these men I saw none charging for a photo taken with them. These photos were taken during the Spacefest IV Convention in Tucson, Arizona on June 01.2012.

Thomas D. Jones, PhD, is a veteran NASA astronaut, scientist, speaker, author, and consultant. In more than eleven years with NASA, Tom flew on four space shuttle missions totaling 53 days in space. At the International Space Station, he led three spacewalks to install the American Destiny laboratory. Tom is a Distinguished Graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy, with a PhD in planetary sciences from the University of Arizona. He piloted B-52D strategic bombers, studied asteroids for NASA, engineered intelligence-gathering systems for the CIA, and helped develop advanced mission concepts prior to joining NASA's astronaut corps.<br />
Tom's books include PLANETOLOGY: Unlocking the Secrets of the Solar System, and SKY WALKING: An Astronaut's Memoir. He comments on space policy and issues for FOX NEWS.

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Thomas D. Jones, PhD, is a veteran NASA astronaut, scientist, speaker, author, and consultant. In more than eleven years with NASA, Tom flew on four space shuttle missions totaling 53 days in space. At the International Space Station, he led three spacewalks to install the American Destiny laboratory. Tom is a Distinguished Graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy, with a PhD in planetary sciences from the University of Arizona. He piloted B-52D strategic bombers, studied asteroids for NASA, engineered intelligence-gathering systems for the CIA, and helped develop advanced mission concepts prior to joining NASA's astronaut corps.
Tom's books include PLANETOLOGY: Unlocking the Secrets of the Solar System, and SKY WALKING: An Astronaut's Memoir. He comments on space policy and issues for FOX NEWS.

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Astronauts

Photography By: Ralph Stenger