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Neil Armstrong, Astronaut

Astronaut

Neil Armstrong

Neil Armstrong was born on August 5, 1930 in Wapakoneta, Ohio. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering at age 24 and joined NACA (predecessor to NASA) as a test pilot at 25.

Neil Armstrong was born in 1930 and lived to age 82. Anyone born before 1930 is older than Neil. Anyone over 82 is older than Neil ever was.

Neil Armstrong was born on August 5, 1930 in Wapakoneta, Ohio and died on August 25, 2012 at the age of 82. Neil would be 95 years old today.

Born

August 5, 1930

Died

August 25, 2012

World pop. at birth

~2.1B

Neil's age at death

82

Your age

20

Are you older than Neil Armstrong?

NoNeil Armstrong was born in 1930. You were born in 2006, making you 76 years younger. Neil lived to age 82. You are currently 20, so you are not yet older than Neil was when he died.

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At your age (20), Neil had already earned his pilot's license (at age 16), but hadn't yet graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering (at age 24).

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Neil's Life Timeline

Neil Armstrong was born on August 5, 1930, in Wapakoneta, Ohio. He grew up in a small town and developed a passion for aviation at an early age, earning his pilot's license before he even graduated high school. His early experiences in flight and engineering laid the groundwork for a remarkable career in aerospace and exploration.

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Armstrong's career took off when he joined the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) as a test pilot in 1962. He became the commander of the Apollo 11 mission in 1969, where he made history as the first human to set foot on the Moon on July 20, 1969. His famous words, "That's one small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind," marked a significant milestone in human exploration and space travel. He continued to contribute to NASA and the aerospace industry until his retirement.

After retiring from NASA, Armstrong took on a teaching role at the University of Cincinnati and remained active in various aerospace endeavors. He passed away on August 25, 2012, at the age of 82. Armstrong's legacy as a pioneer of space exploration endures, inspiring generations to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). His achievements in spaceflight and his contributions to aviation have left an indelible mark on history.

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1946
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Earned his pilot's license

Neil Armstrong was 16 years old when he earned his pilot's license, making him one of the youngest licensed pilots at the time. This early achievement sparked his lifelong passion for aviation and set the stage for his future career as an astronaut.

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24
1954

Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering

Neil Armstrong was 24 years old when he graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering. This academic achievement provided him with the technical foundation necessary for his future endeavors in aerospace.

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25
1955

Joined NACA (predecessor to NASA) as a test pilot

Neil Armstrong was 25 years old when he joined NACA, the predecessor to NASA, as a test pilot at the Lewis Flight Propulsion Laboratory, later transferring to Edwards Air Force Base. His work involved flying experimental aircraft and contributed to the development of aerospace technologies.

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1969

Commanded Apollo 11 mission

Neil Armstrong was 38 years old when he commanded the Apollo 11 mission on July 20, 1969, becoming the first human to walk on the Moon. This historic event marked a pivotal moment in space exploration and human achievement.

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40
1970

Received the Presidential Medal of Freedom

Neil Armstrong was 40 years old when he received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, one of the highest civilian honors in the United States. This award recognized his extraordinary contributions to space exploration and his role in the Apollo 11 mission.

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1972

Became a professor of aerospace engineering

Neil Armstrong was 42 years old when he became a professor of aerospace engineering at the University of Cincinnati. His role in academia allowed him to inspire and educate future generations of engineers and scientists.

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Passed away

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