UAE astronaut Sultan AlNeyadi, who came back to earth just few days ago after a six-month-long mission to space, is ready for his next mission!
Astronaut AlNeyadi spent his time aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and is currently under medical observation in the US after his 17-hour journey to Earth.
The fact that the Emirati astronaut said he is ready for his next mission — barely two days after splashing down on Earth — "embodies the spirit of the UAE Astronaut Programme", Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) director-general Salem AlMarri said.
The 42-year-old is expected to arrive at the UAE in a few weeks.
"I write to you with gravity under my feet and warmth in my heart from all the love and support you all have shared," AlNeyadi tweeted, in his first message after returning to Earth.
"Thank you all for being part of this journey with me. Friends, I’m in good health and looking forward to meeting you all very soon," he added.