Quote by: Wally Schirra

Dad went to Canada to learn how to fly with the Royal Canadian Air Force. He took me on my first airplane ride, where I could have a hand on the stick.


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Author Bio


  • NameWally Schirra
  • DescriptionAmerican astronaut
  • BornMarch 12, 1923
  • DiedMay 3, 2007
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionUnited States Naval Aviator; Astronaut; Autobiographer; Test Pilot; Aerospace Engineer
  • AwardsDistinguished Flying Cross; Air Medal; Harmon Trophy; Emmy Award; NASA Exceptional Service Medal