Hoot Gibson

In this engaging discussion, Hoot Gibson, a veteran astronaut and pilot of the Challenger during the STS-41B mission, shares thrilling stories from space. He recaps the moment when President Reagan opened the space shuttle for business and recounts challenges faced, like the loss of the $75-million Westar 6 satellite. Gibson discusses the emotions aboard Challenger during tense moments, from balloon mishaps to the exhilarating experience of a spacewalk. He highlights the teamwork required in mission control and the personal resilience required to navigate media scrutiny.