How tall do u have to be to get on a space shuttle?

Question

How tall do u have to be to get on a space shuttle?

Answer 1

What, is that an Amusement Park requirement? LOL! ACtually, years ago there was talk that handicapped people without LEGS would probably make better astronauts, as legs are kinda useless in a zero-gravity environment.

Anyway, I'd imagine there might be some controls on the flight chairs that might require foot input, but otherwise, I don't see that a height-challenged person couldn't just fly passenger on the Shuttle.

- The Gremlin Guy -

Answer 2

There is no minimum height in order to physically get on a space shuttle, however in order to be an astronaut I am sure they have their own requirements.

The more appropriate question may be, how tall is too tall to get on a space shuttle?

Answer 3

NASA candidacy requirements

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Be citizens of the United States.

Pass a strict physical examination, and have a distant visual acuity no greater than 20/50 uncorrected, correctable to 20/20. Blood pressure, while sitting, must be no greater than 140 over 90.

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Commander and Pilot

A bachelor's degree in engineering, biological science, physical science or mathematics is required, and a graduate degree is desired, although not essential.

At least 1,000 hours flying time in jet aircraft, and experience as a test pilot is desirable.

Height must be 5 ft 4 in to 6 ft 4 in (1.63 to 1.93 m).

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Mission Specialist

Bachelor's degree in engineering, biological science, physical science or mathematics, as well as at least three years of related professional experience.

Applicant's height must be 5 ft 2 in to 6 ft 4 in (1.57 to 1.93 m).

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