Sunita began her career at the U.S. Naval Academy in 1983, where she built a strong foundation for her future.
Sunita became a test pilot, flying over 30 aircraft and gaining invaluable experience in the skies.
Selected as a NASA astronaut in 1998, she trained rigorously to take on space missions.
Her first mission to the ISS in 2006 set records for women, including 195 days in space.
Completed a triathlon in orbit using ISS equipment!
She joined NASA’s Commercial Crew Program in 2015, preparing for innovative space missions.
In 2024, she piloted Boeing Starliner’s first crewed flight to the ISS, overcoming significant technical challenges.
Despite setbacks, Starliner docked successfully at the ISS, showcasing Sunita’s leadership and expertise.
A pioneer in space exploration, Sunita Williams inspires the next generation of astronauts and dreamers meanwhile she's still in ISS in space.