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Julie Payette Videos

A Long Awaited Return...

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In this series of interviews, Julie Payette speaks about what inspired her to become an astronaut and about her second stay in space.

Space Exploration, 40 Years Later...

Julie Payette, who was selected during the 1992 astronaut recruitment campaign, recalls the early days of space exploration and the impact of the Apollo missions on her career.

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The International Space Station

Ten years after her first flight, Julie Payette is looking forward to boarding the International Space Station once again.

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The Importance of Team Work

The support of the other crew members and the co-operation of ground specialists are crucial to the success of space missions. Canadian astronaut Julie Payette underscores the importance of teamwork.

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Mission STS-127 from Julie Payette's Point of View

Mission STS-127 is one of the last International Space Station construction missions. Canadian Space Agency astronaut Julie Payette explains the objectives of the ambitious mission in which she participates.

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Operating Canadarm2

Installed on the International Space Station in 2001, Canadarm2 is one component of Canada's contribution to the International Space Station. Julie Payette will have an opportunity to operate the robotic arm during Mission STS-127.

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The Earth Seen from Space

The Earth is amazing to behold from space. Canadian Space Agency astronaut Julie Payette talks about the privilege of seeing the Earth from this perspective again during her upcoming mission.

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In the Heart of the Action (video in french)

Assigned to Mission STS-127 as a flight engineer and robotic operations specialist, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Julie Payette talks about the role she will play.

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