Jahnavi Selected as an Astronat Candidate For 2029 Orbital Mission
Jahnavi Dangeti, hailing from Palakollu, West Godavari district in Andhra Pradesh, has been officially selected as an Astronaut Candidate (ASCAN) for the prestigious Titans Space Astronaut Class of 2025. This significant announcement paves the way for Dangeti to participate in Titans Space's inaugural orbital mission, currently slated for March 2029.
As an astronaut candidate with Titans Space, Jahnavi will undergo a comprehensive three-year training program in the United States, meticulously preparing her for the 2029 orbital flight. This mission, which will see her spend five hours in space, will be led by seasoned American astronaut Bill MacArthur.
Jahnavi Dangeti's inclusion in their pioneering space launch team underscores her vital role in shaping the future of private space exploration and India's growing footprint in the cosmos.