Joseph A. Walker
Astronaut

Joseph A. Walker Net Worth

Joseph A. Walker was a pioneering figure in the aerospace industry. Born in Washington, PA in 1921, he was a member of NASA, the second pilot to fly an X-15, and the first American civilian to make a spaceflight. His accomplishments were recognized in 1991 when he was inducted into the Aerospace Walk of Honor, and he was awarded his astronaut's wings in 2005.
Joseph A. Walker is a member of Astronaut

Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day February 20, 1921
Birth Place Washington, PA
Age 99 YEARS OLD
Died On Jun 8, 1966 (age 45)
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💰 Net worth: $150 million (2024)

About

NASA member, second pilot to fly an X-15, and the first American civilian to make a spaceflight. In 1991, he was inducted into the Aerospace Walk of Honor, and he received his astronaut's wings in 2005.

Before Fame

In 1942, he graduated with a degree in physics from Washington and Jefferson College.

Trivia

For his Service in World War II, he won the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal.

Family Life

He was born in Washington, Pennsylvania.

Associated With

He was the first test pilot of the Bell Lunar Landing Research Vehicle, which would be later used by Neil Armstrong to prepare for landing on the moon.

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About the author

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