NASA is welcoming its newest class of astronauts, as six men and four women are newly eligible for spaceflight.

NASA Welcomes a Stellar New Class of 10 Astronauts NASA announced today the selection of ten exceptional individuals to join its astronaut corps, a diverse group representing the agency's commitment to exploration and a broader vision for the future of space travel.

The newly selected astronauts, chosen from a record-breaking pool of nearly 12,000 applicants, bring a wealth of experience and expertise in fields ranging from medicine and engineering to military piloting and scientific research.

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The rigorous selection process, lasting over a year, involved multiple rounds of interviews, physical and psychological evaluations, and grueling simulations designed to assess candidates' resilience, teamwork skills, and ability to perform under pressure.

"This incredible group of individuals represents the best and brightest of America," said [Name of NASA Administrator or relevant official].

"Their diverse backgrounds and skills are essential as we embark on ambitious missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.

They are the future of human space exploration, and we are incredibly proud to welcome them to the NASA family.

" The new astronauts will undergo two years of intensive training at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas.

This rigorous program will prepare them for a range of missions, including working on the International Space Station, participating in lunar missions as part of the Artemis program, and potentially embarking on future journeys to Mars.

Their training will encompass everything from piloting spacecraft and operating robotic systems to conducting scientific research in microgravity and performing extravehicular activities (spacewalks).

This latest astronaut class embodies NASA's dedication to pushing the boundaries of human exploration and inspiring the next generation of scientists, engineers, and dreamers.

Their selection underscores the agency's ongoing commitment to inclusivity and international collaboration as it strives to make humanity a multi-planetary species.

The world eagerly awaits their contributions to the ongoing saga of space exploration.