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NASA Astronaut Jonny Kim Departs Agency to Continue Military Service
Astronaut Jonny Kim is departing NASA after nearly a decade of service to return to active duty in the U.S. Navy.
Why it matters
Kim's scientific research and operational experience on the International Space Station provide data that will inform NASA's future space exploration missions.
The details
Kim orbited Earth 3,920 times and traveled nearly 104 million miles during his mission. He served as the U.S. Operating Segment lead during Expedition 73 and earned a medical degree from Harvard Medical School. His military record includes over 100 combat operations as a Navy SEAL.
What's next
Kim will return to active duty to finish his military career in naval aviation training.
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