Jim Wetherbee — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Only American to have commanded five space missions during his NASA career.
Author of "Controlling Risk: Thirty Techniques For Operating Excellence."
Served as Director, Flight Crew Operations and Deputy Director, Johnson Space Center at NASA.
Retired as a Captain in the U.S. Navy, designated as a US Naval Aviator and Test Pilot.
Accumulated 7,000 hours flying time in 20 types of air and space vehicles.
Holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Aerospace Engineering.

Biography

Jim Wetherbee is a distinguished former NASA astronaut, US Naval Aviator, and author. He holds the unique distinction of being the only American to have commanded five space missions. Currently, he is self-employed as an author, having penned "Controlling Risk: Thirty Techniques For Operating Excellence.