Media Briefing: Axiom Mission 3 (Ax-3) Overview (Dec. 13, 2023)

During this virtual press conference, Axiom Space, NASA, SpaceX, and mission partners provided an overview of the third private astronaut mission to the International Space Station, Axiom Mission 3 (Ax-3).

The event provided a high-level review of mission operations and objectives and officially kicked off major media efforts for the Ax-3 mission.

Participants include:
• Joel Montalbano, manager, International Space Station Program, NASA
• Angela Hart, manager, Commercial Low Earth Orbit Development Program, NASA
• Matt Ondler, president, Axiom Space
• Michael López-Alegría, chief astronaut and Ax-3 commander, Axiom Space
• Sarah Walker, director, Dragon Mission Management, SpaceX
• Col. Valerio Anastasi, chief of space programs and capabilities office, Italian Air Force
• Yusuf Kıraç, president, TUA (Turkish Space Agency)
• Frank De Winne, head of the European astronaut center, ESA (European Space Agency)