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Sophie Adenot
First French woman in space since Claudie Haigneré (2026)
30d
Days in Space
1
Missions
0
EVAs
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EVA Time
What they aspire to
She aspires to inspire girls in science and become an ambassador for gender equality in STEM.
Biography
Aerospace engineer and helicopter test pilot, selected in ESA's 2022 astronaut class. First French woman in space since Claudie Haigneré.
Before NASAFrench helicopter test pilot at Cazaux Air Base — the first female helicopter test pilot in France — with over 3,000 flight hours on 22 helicopter types.
Records & Firsts
Notable accomplishments by Sophie Adenot
- First French woman in space since Claudie Haigneré (2026)
Notable Missions
Expedition 73
Beyond the Mission
Hobbies & Interests
flyingskiingscuba divingyoga
Causes They Champion
Women in science and engineering
Languages
FrenchEnglish
Awards & Honors
- Chevalier de l'Ordre National du Mérite (France)
- Mac Kenna Trophy
- Patuxent Shield
Fun fact
She was selected from 22,500 applicants in ESA's 2022 'Hoppers' astronaut class and is the second French woman chosen as an ESA astronaut.
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