John Young
Engineer & astronaut
Moondust and a lifetime of flight
An Apollo 16 moonwalker reflects on doing the job, flying the Space Shuttle, and why exploration matters.
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The work behind the recognition
Billy Watkins met John Young at Johnson Space Center in Houston. The resulting feature pairs memories of the lunar surface with Young's matter-of-fact view of his profession. Rather than seeking celebrity, he presents himself as someone who wanted to fly and complete the mission.
Looking past Apollo
Young explains why the sequence of his career mattered to him: after Apollo 16, he was able to command the first Space Shuttle flight. The discussion widens to the long-term value of space exploration, including what humanity could learn about hazards beyond Earth.
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