A Look Into the Rigorous Trainings of an Astronaut

Who are these people that venture into space? Once they were test pilots, then scientists and engineers. Now teachers, politicians and paying tourists can go to space. What does it take to earn the astronaut wings? Take a look at the new surge in space transportation, with privately owned companies vying for government contracts and private entrepreneurs looking to build hotels in space.

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