A somewhat biased view on China…
As Gregory Olsen - a US millionaire scientist and the first Space Tourist - just land in Northern Kazakhstan, two Chinese astronauts are preparing for a 5 days orbital flights in Gansu (??), on board of the new Shenzhou VI (????). This is the second Chinese manned flight after the Yang Liwei’s (???) 21 hours flight two years ago.
China Daily gives us the criteria of selection based on physical and psychological aspects as well as scientific and technical competences:
Ermmm… I think I don’t qualify… ![]()
Out of 14 initial candidates, 3 crews of two people were selected. Finally, Fei Junlong (???) and Nie Haisheng (???) - who were already finalist for the previous manned flight - have been chosen..
The main objective of the mission is to study the physical reaction of the crew, to improve the spacecraft as well as to perform some scientific experiments.
Update
Here is what the two atronauts said before they left:
“We have the confidence and ability to fulfil this glorious task. Our only wish is to make the mission a complete success,” Fei said before boarding the craft.
“Life in space is full of mysteries,” Nie added.
“There is nothing to worry about,” the two were quoted as saying before the launch as a light snow fell. “We will accomplish the mission resolutely. See you in Beijing.”
Indeed, see you in Beijing! ![]()
Source
China Daily - Wednesday October 12 2005
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October 12th, 2005 at 9:33 am
Damned I could have joined if it weren’t for the “Highly motivated, emotionally stable and good communication abilities” part…
Yes I do have 1000 hours flight time
October 12th, 2005 at 10:12 am
ermmm… You should also take 4-5 more kilograms to reacah the weight range…
October 12th, 2005 at 11:28 am
I’m sure the dude Fei Junlong and his girl friend Nie Haisheng can’t even do a grande caucasienne!!!!
October 12th, 2005 at 7:58 pm
Can I bring my hamster with me ? If not I don’t want to go there !
October 12th, 2005 at 8:00 pm
Hey I’ve someone that will fit perfectly: LOULOUTE …. ah no, he’s too small … mwaahahah …