Each test pilot I know considers him, or herself, now that there are women, to be the very best. It's very demeaning to step down the ladder once in a while

I've always thought space station is a great name. It should be like a gas station where we go for service and supplies before heading further out

He who commands an Apollo flight will not command a second one

When people have asked if I'd like to go in the Shuttle, I said you don't get to fly it, except for landing, which I'd love to do. I wouldn't go unless I could command it

I played English football - soccer - instead of American football, because we couldn't afford the equipment.

A little levity is appropriate in a dangerous trade.

I had always wanted to go to the Navy. As a young kid, I was intrigued by a Naval Officer with the beautiful brown shoes and sharp gold wings.