Robert Rushworth

Real/Birth Name:

Robert Aitken Rushworth

Also Known As:

Robert A. Rushworth

Nickname(s):

Bob

Gender:

Male

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Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Libra ♎ - the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23

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Brief Facts:

Fighter pilot, test pilot. Flew the X-15. On June 27, 1963, he flew the X-15 to an altitude above 50 miles, thereby qualifying as an astronaut according to the United States definition, not the international definition. Aerospace Walk of Honor 1994. International Space Hall of Fame 1991. National Aviation Hall of Fame 1990.

X-15
Multiple flights by a rocket-powered aircraft. Some qualified by the US Air Force for an Astronaut Medal, exceeding 50 miles altitude.