Frank Borman

Frank Borman

1928-03-14 in Gary, Indiana, U.S. - 2023-11-07

 

Frank Borman

1928-03-14 in Gary, Indiana, U.S. - 2023-11-07

 

Department: Acting

Frank Borman was an American astronaut and Air Force colonel, best known for commanding Apollo 8, the first mission to orbit the Moon in December 1968. He had a distinguished career as a fighter pilot, test pilot, and later served as CEO of Eastern Air Lines after retiring from NASA in 1970.

Department: Acting

Frank Borman was an American astronaut and Air Force colonel, best known for commanding Apollo 8, the first mission to orbit the Moon in December 1968. He had a distinguished career as a fighter pilot, test pilot, and later served as CEO of Eastern Air Lines after retiring from NASA in 1970.