Astronaut Transport Evolution: From NASA's Airstreams to Electric Vehicles

Astronaut Transport Evolution: From NASA's Airstreams to Electric Vehicles

Astronaut transport has significantly evolved, moving from NASA's classic Airstream Astrovan to modern electric vehicles. SpaceX utilizes Tesla Model X SUVs, while Boeing employs the Airstream Atlas-based Astrovan II. NASA's upcoming Artemis missions will feature Canoo electric vehicles, marking a shift towards contemporary and often electric solutions for ferrying astronauts to launchpads.

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