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September 4
The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Center announced, on Monday, the successful return of astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi to Earth after completing the longest space mission in Arab history, which lasted 6 months.
The spacecraft separated from the International Space Station at 3:05 UAE time, Sunday, September 3, and landed on the coast of Jacksonville, Florida, USA, at 8:17 AM UAE time (Monday).
On this occasion, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, may God protect him, affirmed that the achievements witnessed by the UAE under the leadership of his brother His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, may God protect him, increase Congratulating the Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi on his safe arrival to Earth after writing, over the course of six months, a new chapter in the UAE’s record of achievements.
His Highness said: I congratulate my brother, the President of the State, and the people of the Emirates on a new global achievement bearing the UAE’s signature… and I congratulate our son Sultan Al Neyadi and the work team on the successful completion of the historic mission… The new achievement we dedicate to our Arab nation as an affirmation of the Emirates’ firm approach and its constant keenness to participate positively and influentially in creating a better future. For the peoples of the region and the world.
His Highness, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, praised the tireless efforts behind this historic achievement, which was achieved with the hands and minds of the people of the Emirates. His Highness said: “We launched the Emirates Astronaut Program in 2017… and in less than 6 years we celebrated the success of two flights bearing the name of the Emirates.” To space… We have great confidence in our youth so that our country will always be at the forefront, inspiring generations and raising the ceiling of ambitions… With our distinguished national competencies, we are able to continue to amaze the world with inspiring qualitative achievements in all fields.”
Bright spot
For his part, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, congratulated astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi on the safe arrival at the end of his historic journey to the International Space Station, noting the important scientific experiments he carried out during That period was in cooperation with the mission crew, international space agencies, and Emirati and international universities and research centers. His Highness praised the efforts of the center’s work team and the efforts it provided over the past six months in support of Al Neyadi’s mission and confirmation of its success, which culminated in his safe return to Earth.
His Highness said: “A new bright spot in the record of achievements in which the UAE is racing against time towards a future that holds the elements of goodness and prosperity for its people and all the peoples of the Earth. The successful conclusion of the journey crowns the efforts of a work team that continues to challenge itself to confirm the UAE’s worth as an active and influential member of the Adult Space Exploration Club.”
His Highness the Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Center affirmed the continuation of work to achieve more achievements in the field of space exploration in order to achieve “Zayed’s ambition” in light of the success of the second Emirati mission to the International Space Station, following the first successful flight of the Emirati astronaut Hazza Al Mansouri, who participated He was part of the work team to make the second trip of his colleague Sultan Al Neyadi a success.
His Highness added: “Work continues with our partners in international space agencies, research centers and universities around the world for more achievements… More than 4,400 hours in space and nearly 600 hours Al Neyadi spent conducting 200 scientific experiments aimed at serving people and improving their lives… Zayed’s ambition will always motivate us.” To reach new heights with the UAE flag surmounted.”
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Sultan Al Neyadi was received on board the recovery ship and upon his exit from the space capsule by: Adnan Al Rayes, Director of the Zayed 2 Ambition Mission, Emirates Astronaut Programme, Dr. Hanan Al Suwaidi, Astronaut Physician, and Saeed Al Emadi, from the Strategic Communications Department at the Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz Centre. Rashid Space, where Al Neyadi was immediately transferred to receive specialized medical care by the medical team present at the landing site, and then headed to the health camp for further examinations to ensure his health.
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Historical moment
Commenting on the success of this historic mission, Hamad Obaid Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, said: “Today we stand before a historic moment in the ambitious march of the United Arab Emirates in the field of space exploration, and we congratulate our wise leadership on this achievement, which would not have been achieved without it.” Their continuous support and vision helped the UAE space sector flourish within a short period of time. Sultan Al Neyadi’s historic mission aboard the International Space Station has become an inspiring model for the future generation of scientists and astronauts, who will continue the process of progress towards achieving more achievements. We are proud of Sultan’s success during his mission in conducting a number of scientific experiments that will benefit the global scientific community and humanity in general, and we are happy for his safe return after successfully completing the longest space mission in Arab history.”
For his part, Salem Humaid Al Marri, Director General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, said: “Under the sponsorship and guidance of our wise leadership, we succeeded in completing the longest space mission in Arab history. This pioneering mission is the foundation for other long-duration space missions we will undertake in the future. Sultan achieved a unique achievement at the local and global levels, and became a source of inspiration for future astronauts, our youth, the youth of the world, and all those working in this field and those concerned with it, especially thanks to the various scientific experiments he conducted on board the International Space Station. All thanks and appreciation to astronaut Hazza Al Mansouri, who played an important role as a responsible follow-up mission of Expedition 69 on Earth, where he and Sultan became a source of pride for our people and our nation. We also cannot fail to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to our partners in making this mission a success.”
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