Robert C. Springer

Astronaut

1942 –

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Who is Robert C. Springer?

Robert Clyde "Bob" Springer is a retired American astronaut and test pilot who flew as a mission specialist on two NASA Space Shuttle missions in 1989 and 1990. A decorated aviator in the United States Marine Corps, Springer also flew more than 500 combat sorties during the Vietnam War. He has logged over 237 hours in space and 4,500 hours flying time, including 3,500 hours in jet aircraft.

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Born
May 21, 1942
St. Louis
Also known as
  • Robert Springer
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Education
  • United States Naval Academy

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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