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Skylab Astronaut Weitz Seeks Space Frontier Challenge
Paul J. Weitz, a Navy aviator and Skylab 1 crewmate, reflects on his drive to space the last frontier. The Erie native trained as an aeronautical engineer, flew combat missions in Vietnam, and earned honors including the Navy Commendation Medal. He emphasizes personal pride, readiness for risk, and family support as he prepares for a 28 day Earth orbit from Houston's Space Center.
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Weitz
Vietnam
Navy
Naval Academy
Pennsylvania State University
Pacific
Navy Aviation
Jacksonville Naval Air Station
Florida
Jacksonville
America
U.S. Naval Postgraduate School
Independence
Wietz
Charles Conrad Jr
Joseph P. Kerwin
Houston
Suzanne M. Berry
Mathew
Cynthia
Nassau Bay
Johnson Space
National Rifle Association
Pennsylvania
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