The UAE Has Named Its First Arab Female Astronaut
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https://gulfnews.com/uae/science/video- ... 8042590187
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The final evaluation stage of the 14 candidates was conducted by a committee consisting of specialists from MBRSC, including Emirati astronauts Hazzaa Al Mansoori and Sultan Al Neyadi along with NASA astronauts Jessica Meir and Anne McClain, who narrowed it down to 4 candidates. The two candidates were then selected from the final four after undergoing rigorous tests for physical fitness, communication skills and teamwork.
Who are the new astronauts?
The announcement was followed by tweets about Al Matrooshi and Al Mulla by Mohammad Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC). The duo will train with NASA, America’s space agency, for future space exploration missions.
MBRSC tweeted two short clips about the two new astronauts.
About Al Matrooshi
Al Matrooshi, born in 1993, holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from United Arab Emirates University. She is an engineer at the National Petroleum Construction Company and was also the vice president of the Youth Council for three consecutive years at the company.
Al Matrooshi is a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. She has a proven record of volunteer work and excellence in the scientific field and she ranked first in the UAE for the 2011 International Mathematical Olympiad.
Her passion in space began at a young age, as she enjoyed going to stargazing events. She lives by the motto of ‘Do what makes you happy.’
About Al Mulla
Al Mulla, born in 1988, is a commercial pilot license holder, besides a holder of flight instructor license from the Australian Civil Aviation Authority. He has a bachelor’s degree in law and economics. He obtained an Executive Master of Public Administration from the Mohammad Bin Rashid School of Government.
Al Mulla works as a pilot at Air Wing Centre, Dubai Police and is also the head of training department there. He has a 15-year-career experience and over 15,000 flight hours.
Al Mulla was the youngest pilot in Dubai Police at 19 years and youngest flight instructor in Dubai Police at 28 years. He has received the Bravery Medal from Shaikh Mohammad.
Al Mulla’s passion for space was born out of his love for aviation. He got further interested in the field after the announcement of the first batch of the UAE Astronaut Programme. His motto in life is: “The person who pursues their goal in life will achieve it, no matter how long it takes.”
Who are the new astronauts?
The announcement was followed by tweets about Al Matrooshi and Al Mulla by Mohammad Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC). The duo will train with NASA, America’s space agency, for future space exploration missions.
MBRSC tweeted two short clips about the two new astronauts.
About Al Matrooshi
Al Matrooshi, born in 1993, holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from United Arab Emirates University. She is an engineer at the National Petroleum Construction Company and was also the vice president of the Youth Council for three consecutive years at the company.
Al Matrooshi is a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. She has a proven record of volunteer work and excellence in the scientific field and she ranked first in the UAE for the 2011 International Mathematical Olympiad.
Her passion in space began at a young age, as she enjoyed going to stargazing events. She lives by the motto of ‘Do what makes you happy.’
About Al Mulla
Al Mulla, born in 1988, is a commercial pilot license holder, besides a holder of flight instructor license from the Australian Civil Aviation Authority. He has a bachelor’s degree in law and economics. He obtained an Executive Master of Public Administration from the Mohammad Bin Rashid School of Government.
Al Mulla works as a pilot at Air Wing Centre, Dubai Police and is also the head of training department there. He has a 15-year-career experience and over 15,000 flight hours.
Al Mulla was the youngest pilot in Dubai Police at 19 years and youngest flight instructor in Dubai Police at 28 years. He has received the Bravery Medal from Shaikh Mohammad.
Al Mulla’s passion for space was born out of his love for aviation. He got further interested in the field after the announcement of the first batch of the UAE Astronaut Programme. His motto in life is: “The person who pursues their goal in life will achieve it, no matter how long it takes.”
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