CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Nineteen-year-old Jahnavi Dangeti has scripted history by becoming the youngest to complete the Analog Astronaut programme from the Analog Astronaut Training Centre (AATC) at Krakow in South Poland.

Detailed explanation-2: -Jahnavi is the youngest among the batch, titled ASTRA-45. In 2021, Ms Jahnavi had completed NASA’s International Air and Space Programme (IASP) at the Kennedy Space Centra in the U.S.

Detailed explanation-3: -Who is analog astronaut? Analog astronaut is an individual that decided to play the role of astronaut during a simulated crewed mission. Depending on the study and environment a different requirement could be applied for a candidate for analog astronaut.

Detailed explanation-4: -There are no age restrictions for the program. Astronaut candidates selected in the past have ranged between the ages of 26 and 46, with the average age being 34.

Detailed explanation-5: -Age 30 to 55 years. Successful completion of a modified U.S. Air Force Class III Physical, dental and oral examination, and psychological screening. Willingness to be confined and isolated for extended periods of time. English and Russian verbal and written proficiency.