Ellen Ochoa, Second Edition
Download or Read eBook Ellen Ochoa, Second Edition PDF written by Judy Hasday and published by Infobase Holdings, Inc. This book was released on 2019-06-01 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Judy Hasday |
| Publisher | : Infobase Holdings, Inc |
| Total Pages | : 110 |
| Release | : 2019-06-01 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781438195629 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1438195621 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (29 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Ellen Ochoa, Second Edition by : Judy Hasday
Book excerpt: Newly updated, Ellen Ochoa, Second Edition follows the life of the first Hispanic female astronaut to travel in space. After becoming an astronaut in July 1991, Ochoa became a mission specialist and flight engineer for NASA. She has since logged more than 900 hours in space and has helped open the door for Hispanic women in the field of science. In 2002, she was appointed deputy director of flight crew operations at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, managing and directing the astronaut office and aircraft operations. This engaging and visually appealing biography highlights Ochoa's heritage and achievements.
