C. Gordon Fullerton

Biography

C. Gordon Fullerton charted a remarkable career as an engineer, test pilot, and astronaut, contributing to the space shuttle program through both his work in the cockpit and his efforts to refine crewed flight operations. His calm professionalism during two shuttle missions and his technical expertise helped advance NASA’s understanding of reusable spacecraft.

He inspired generations of explorers with his courage and curiosity, and his memory rests among the heroes at Arlington National Cemetery.