Stafford Air and Space Museum

The space exploration community mourns the loss of a legendary figure as former NASA astronaut Thomas Stafford passed away at the age of 93. The news of his death was announced today by the Stafford Air and Space Museum in Weatherford, Oklahoma, which serves as a testament to his remarkable legacy.

Thomas Stafford, a native of Weatherford, was a pioneer in the field of space exploration, contributing significantly to NASA's early missions and the advancement of human spaceflight. Max Ary, the museum director, confirmed that Stafford died after battling an extended illness, marking the end of an era for. . .