Al Neyadi’s 6-month Journey in Space

Gulf News

The homecoming of Sultan Al Neyadi after a momentous 6 months in space was awaited by all in the UAE. We look back at some of the Emirati astronaut's most historic moments aboard the International Space Station (ISS).  Read the full story here:  See more videos at https://gulfnews.com/videos Read more Gulf News stories here: https://bit.ly/2HLJ2km

Transcript

00:00There is immense pride and excitement in the UAE to celebrate a historic moment, the homecoming

00:21of our very own Sultan al-Nayyadi after a momentous six months in space.

00:27Sultan al-Nayyadi, the pioneering Emirati astronaut, triumphantly concluded his extraordinary

00:32six-month mission aboard the International Space Station.

00:36He splashed down with Crew-6 earlier this month.

00:39During his tenure on the ISS, al-Nayyadi conducted over 200 experiments, pushing the

00:45boundaries of scientific knowledge.

00:48But that's not all.

00:49In a milestone moment in April, he became the first Arab astronaut to perform a spacewalk

00:55A breathtaking feat that exemplifies the UAE's unwavering commitment to space science and

01:02exploration.

01:03The journey into space is never solitary.

01:06It's a collective dream that the UAE has embraced wholeheartedly.

01:11The remarkable launch of the Hope spacecraft to Mars in 2020 marked a turning point.

01:16It showcased the nation's capabilities in planetary exploration and made history as

01:22the first Arab country to successfully enter Martian orbit on its very first attempt.

01:28However, the UAE's ambitions extend far beyond Mars.

01:33The country's sights are set on the asteroid belt within our solar system.

01:37The Emirates' mission to the asteroid belt, scheduled for liftoff in 2028, underscores

01:43the UAE's commitment to pioneering scientific research and fostering innovation in space

01:50science.

01:51As Sultan al-Nayyadi returns home, it is not merely the end of a mission, it's the beginning

01:57of a new chapter.

01:58His journey serves as a poignant conclusion to a mission that has ignited a new generation

02:05of space enthusiasts.

02:07In an era where nations extend their reach into the cosmos, the UAE stands as a beacon

02:13of determination and foresight.

02:16Its unwavering focus on space exploration is a testament to its commitment to shaping

02:22the future of scientific discovery.

02:25As the UAE welcomes Sultan al-Nayyadi back to its shores, we stand united in our pride

02:32and anticipation.

02:33This triumphant return not only inspires the UAE, but the entire region to reach for the

02:40stars and embrace the limitless possibilities that await us in the universe.

Category

Transcript

Recommended