Astronaut Thomas P. Stafford, who commanded a dress rehearsal flight for the 1969 moon landing and the first U.S.-Soviet space linkup, passed away at the age of 93. Stafford, a three-star general, was a pioneer in space exploration and a key figure in the Apollo program. He also led the docking of Apollo with the Soviet 'Soyuz 19' in 1975. Stafford's legacy in space exploration will be remembered globally.
Astronaut Thomas P. Stafford, who commanded a dress rehearsal flight for the 1969 moon landing and the first U.S.–Soviet space linkup, died Monday. He was 93. https://t.co/VFsxqVooYk
RIP Tom Stafford, one of the original Apollo astronauts who flew to the moon (though didn't land) and later commanded the American capsule that linked up with a Soviet spaceship in July 1975. @rigold69 https://t.co/LygJJhmrK5
"We owe much to General Stafford, and it was an honor to learn from him during his many appearances with the Committee over the last several years. We’ll continue to honor his legacy as we work to advance human space exploration and discovery." -@RepZoeLofgren & @RepEricSorensen https://t.co/ZuyV6PWHAj
Deeply saddened by the passing of my friend/mentor, US astronaut Lt. Gen. Tom Stafford. Tom was an aviation giant who served a vital role in the success of our space exploration efforts & advancing our USAF dominance. He was a hero whose bright mind & legacy will be remembered. https://t.co/x8CWTEFs0Z
Astronaut Thomas Stafford, сommander of Apollo 10, passes away at 93 https://t.co/3xonC64Qku https://t.co/HaVl3iXxUo
NASA Astronaut Thomas Stafford, the Commander of Apollo 10, Dead at 93 https://t.co/UOfbwI3LqT
Thomas Stafford, who flew to the Moon and docked with Soyuz, dies at 93 https://t.co/8BrlP68VFI
Before Apollo 10, Thomas Stafford flew on two Gemini flights, including the first rendezvous of two U.S. capsules in orbit. https://t.co/telVuvSnhd
Astronaut Thomas Stafford, Commander of Apollo 10, Dies At 93 https://t.co/pnBQs1K18H
Astronaut Thomas Stafford, commander of Apollo 10, has died at age 93 https://t.co/4S6hUKHJq9
Astronaut Thomas Stafford, Apollo 10 commander, dies at 93 https://t.co/RNDH7dIBow
Though he didn't land on it, he was one of 24 people who flew to the moon. Only seven of them are still alive. More about Thomas Stafford: https://t.co/Tpy6Ww2oC7 https://t.co/acH8IQ7otH
"Astronaut Thomas Stafford, commander of Apollo 10, has died at age 93." (via @AP) https://t.co/Gd8MGc25HU
Tom Stafford, one of NASA’s early astronauts, who flew in space four times including a trip to orbit the moon and then a historic rendezvous with Soviet cosmonauts, has died. He was 93 and passed away on Monday after battling a long illness. https://t.co/woKwRgkLcW
Astronaut Thomas P. Stafford, who commanded a dress rehearsal flight for the 1969 moon landing and the first U.S.-Soviet space linkup, died. https://t.co/KCN5AR8Z07
Thomas P. Stafford, who commanded the American capsule that linked up with a Soviet spaceship in the Apollo-Soyuz mission of July 1975, has died at 93. https://t.co/AccPR7ja3l
Astronaut Thomas Stafford, commander of Apollo 10, dies aged 93 https://t.co/LEyvfSwXjR
Astronaut Thomas P. Stafford, who commanded a dress rehearsal flight for the 1969 moon landing and the first U.S.-Soviet space linkup, has died at 93. https://t.co/z78Rnkx27O
Astronaut Thomas P. Stafford, commander of Apollo 10, died Monday at the age of 93. Stafford had commanded a dress rehearsal flight for the 1969 moon landing and the first U.S.-Soviet space linkup. https://t.co/GtvXGBt9PS https://t.co/oZjkSEn9sq
Astronaut Thomas Stafford, commander of Apollo 10, dies aged 93: Air Force three-star general commanded dress rehearsal flight for the 1969 moon landing https://t.co/osoqvIEx0j https://t.co/CwRj13IhFy
Oklahoma, the US, and the entire world mourn the loss of one of mankind's greatest explorers and trailblazers. Read my statement below on the tragic passing of General Tom Stafford, whose lasting legacy in space exploration will forever be remembered. https://t.co/mqFGpFRcR1
Astronaut Thomas Stafford, commander of Apollo 10, dies at 93 https://t.co/ixceeYHjOU https://t.co/ZdAfomfGnG
🕯️ American astronaut Thomas Stafford, who commanded the docking of Apollo with the Soviet "Soyuz 19" in 1975, has died at the age of 93. Stafford was one of 24 people who flew to the Moon, but he did not land on it. https://t.co/RGAjsPvK9M
General Thomas Stafford leaves behind a powerful legacy— a fearless pioneer of space, a patriotic serviceman, and a great Oklahoman. We are so grateful for his service to our nation.
Astronaut Thomas P. Stafford, who commanded a dress rehearsal flight for the 1969 moon landing and the first U.S.-Soviet space linkup, died Monday. He was 93. https://t.co/79PxciP37n