Description
Scott Carpenter – Mercury-Atlas 7 Astronaut – signed 10″x8″ photo with COA
Signed photo of Scott Carpenter – Mercury-Atlas 7 Astronaut, one of NASA’s original Mercury Seven and the second American to orbit the Earth. On May 24, 1962, Carpenter piloted the Aurora 7 spacecraft through three Earth orbits, reaching a peak altitude of 164 miles. His mission lasted nearly five hours and helped pave the way for future manned spaceflight. This signed photo captures a true pioneer of both space and sea exploration.
NASA Missions
Mercury-Atlas 7 (Aurora 7) – Second American orbital flight, May 24, 1962
Backup Pilot for Mercury-Atlas 6 (John Glenn’s flight)
Contributor to Apollo Lunar Module design and EVA training
Executive Assistant to the Director of the Manned Spaceflight Center
Other roles and achievements
Malcolm Scott Carpenter was not only an astronaut but also a naval aviator, test pilot, and aquanaut. After his historic spaceflight, he joined the U.S. Navy’s SEALAB II project, spending 30 days living on the ocean floor—making him the first person to explore both outer and inner space. He later contributed to the Apollo Lunar Module design and underwater EVA training. Carpenter also authored novels and his memoir For Spacious Skies, and worked as a consultant in aerospace and oceanography.
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Autograph(s):
Scott Carpenter
Condition:
Very good – standard aging
Type of object (Photo/Poster/Other):
Photo
Dimensions:
10″ x 8″ (25cm x 20cm)
Signature:
Hand signed – Yes
Dedicated with personalized text- No
Autopen – No
Certificate level
Standard Authentication (COA)
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Learn More:
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