50,000 AIM FOR MOON.AROUND 50,000 would-be astronauts are expected to apply for just eight jobs in the European space programme - and a chance of a moon landing. At least 25,000 Brits are expected to apply - though the UK does not support manned space flights. New recruits are needed as the current crop of astronauts will be too old when the European outfit sends NASA's space shuttle space shuttle, reusable U.S. space vehicle. Developed by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), it consists of a winged orbiter, two solid-rocket boosters, and an external tank. replacement Orion back to the moon by 2020. The gruelling year-long selection process includes interviews, medicals, fitness and psychological tests Psychological Tests Definition Psychological tests are written, visual, or verbal evaluations administered to assess the cognitive and emotional functioning of children and adults. . |
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