Tim Peake CMG
Tim Peake is a former Apache pilot, flight instructor, test pilot and current European Space Agency astronaut. A veteran of 18 years military service, Tim has flown over 3,000 hours on operations worldwide.
In December 2015, Tim became the first British astronaut to visit the International Space Station and conduct a spacewalk during his six month mission. He also ran the London marathon from space.
Tim’s mission engaged more than two million students in outreach activities. He is an ambassador for STEM Education, The Prince’s Trust and the Scout Association. He is a best-selling author, with proceeds from his books donated to The Prince’s Trust.
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I’ve always loved the summer solstice-there’s something incredibly special about the power and meaning behind this day. It’s a potent reminder that the Sun is the primary source of energy for life on Earth. Enjoy your sunset wherever you are 😎 ☀️
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A squadron of Tie Fighters in a scene from Star Wars or our very own International Space Station transiting the Sun?
Great photo captured by Jamie Cooper Photography from the UK on 17 June this year. 
#SpotTheStation #starwars #astrophotography
#OTD 2016, I returned to Earth after 6-months in space. 1st phone call home after landing - couldn’t really hear a thing, so there was much nodding & smiling 😂 Was looking forward to that 1st shower too 🚿
Great shot Samantha - I’m on that train just leaving Waterloo 😜
Nice cloudless pass over Europe yesterday. I finally caught a great view of London! 🇬🇧 Bel passaggio senza nuvole sull'Europa ieri. Finalmente una bella vista su Londra! #MissionMinerva
It's been a fantastic experience to have a (very small!) part in the new #LIGHTYEAR movie. So much fun working with the incredibly talented @Disney_UK team! Out today in cinemas for all budding Space Rangers.
To infinity …… and beyond 🚀