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Neal Lepsetz , Test Stand Engineer
Neal is a test stand engineer who coordinates the engine testing activities at Stennis. Under his leadership every test objective has been successfully completed (including the recent knife edge seal test). A few years ago Neal was part of the Columbia accident review team which looked at the LCC and pad abort limits on the engines. Although all limits were acceptable for flight several of Neal’s innovations are being implemented to ensure the safety of our astronauts.

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		Thank you so much for an unforgettable experience. I know that a lot of planning and work went into this event. Everything was perfect. You have been part of a dream come true for me. -more-

Mission Overview

Mission: Expedition 20
Vehicle: Soyuz TMA-15
Launch: May 27, 2009, 6:34 a.m. EDT
Docking: May 29, 2009, 8:34 a.m. EDT
Landing: Nov, 2009
Commander: Gennady I. Padalka
Flight Engineer: Michael R. Barratt
Flight Engineer: Koichi Wakata
Flight Engineer: Timothy L. Kopra
Flight Engineer: Roman Romanenko
Flight Engineer: Frank De Winne
Flight Engineer: Robert Thirsk
Flight Engineer: Nicole P. Scott