CommanderMLA's profile picture. A six-time astronaut, holds two NASA records for spacewalks; Commander of Ax-1, the first private spaceflight to the ISS (4-8-22) & Ax-3 (1-18-24)

Michael L-A

@CommanderMLA

A six-time astronaut, holds two NASA records for spacewalks; Commander of Ax-1, the first private spaceflight to the ISS (4-8-22) & Ax-3 (1-18-24)

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As we build the new space station we're being mindful to build in adaptability so we can continue innovating while we utilize and maintain the Axiom Station.

CommanderMLA's tweet image. As we build the new space station we're being mindful to build in adaptability so we can continue innovating while we utilize and maintain the Axiom Station.

The AxEO (Axiom Space Earth Observatory) features 8 of the largest window panes ever constructed for space. The special acrylic formulation for the windows was tested on the exterior of the International Space Station and post-flight analysis confirmed its compatibility with the…

CommanderMLA's tweet image. The AxEO (Axiom Space Earth Observatory) features 8 of the largest window panes ever constructed for space. The special acrylic formulation for the windows was tested on the exterior of the International Space Station and post-flight analysis confirmed its compatibility with the…

Looking forward to the Senate hearing to forward the nomination of @rookisaacman as NASA Administrator.

CommanderMLA's tweet image. Looking forward to the Senate hearing to forward the nomination of @rookisaacman as NASA Administrator.

The moment of the Space Station hatch opening up, especially for a first time flyer is incredible. There is a profound feeling of wonder, almost dream-like because you're in an environment that looks very familiar, but feels very different because now instead of walking through…


In the 1990s when they developed this thing called the internet, nobody knew that you could take your phone and order a pizza or make a bank transaction or find a dog-sitter. That exponential development is what's possible in the microgravity environment. 20 or 30 years from now,…

CommanderMLA's tweet image. In the 1990s when they developed this thing called the internet, nobody knew that you could take your phone and order a pizza or make a bank transaction or find a dog-sitter. That exponential development is what's possible in the microgravity environment. 20 or 30 years from now,…

This week in 2002 I launched into space on Shuttle Endeavour (STS-113) on a 13 day, 5.7 million mile journey!

CommanderMLA's tweet image. This week in 2002 I launched into space on Shuttle Endeavour (STS-113) on a 13 day, 5.7 million mile journey!

Like space itself, being an astronaut is filled with 'hurry up and wait' periods. It is a profession of extremes with high stakes intense activities colliding with long quiet lulls. The shift from being strapped into a rocket where a minor error could be catastrophic to hitting…

CommanderMLA's tweet image. Like space itself, being an astronaut is filled with 'hurry up and wait' periods. It is a profession of extremes with high stakes intense activities colliding with long quiet lulls. The shift from being strapped into a rocket where a minor error could be catastrophic to hitting…

Today marks the anniversary of the launch of the first element of the International Space Station. I was there, and am honored to be a small part of that amazing engineering and political achievement!

CommanderMLA's tweet image. Today marks the anniversary of the launch of the first element of the International Space Station. I was there, and am honored to be a small part of that amazing engineering and political achievement!

I've had the chance to fly to the space station on different spacecraft over the years and it's very easy to see the progression of technology. The Dragon is pretty much hands off, it has the ability to detect and correct a failure or abnormality, whereas in the shuttle we were…

CommanderMLA's tweet image. I've had the chance to fly to the space station on different spacecraft over the years and it's very easy to see the progression of technology. The Dragon is pretty much hands off, it has the ability to detect and correct a failure or abnormality, whereas in the shuttle we were…

Excited to be at the @Kennedyspacecenter #TasteOfSpace event!

CommanderMLA's tweet image. Excited to be at the @Kennedyspacecenter #TasteOfSpace event!

Some beautiful Aurora shots from the Space Station! 📷@OlegMKS

CommanderMLA's tweet image. Some beautiful Aurora shots from the Space Station!
📷@OlegMKS
CommanderMLA's tweet image. Some beautiful Aurora shots from the Space Station!
📷@OlegMKS
CommanderMLA's tweet image. Some beautiful Aurora shots from the Space Station!
📷@OlegMKS

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Axiom Station's power electronic boards are all designed in-house. Not only do they have to work in LEO, but they also must work with International Space Station power when our first module is berthed to the station. Find out how we do it!


There is an interesting and important subconscious shift that happens before a launch where your being understands that you’re heading into a closed environment with the same people for days or months on end. I've found that situations that might irritate me on the ground don’t…

CommanderMLA's tweet image. There is an interesting and important subconscious shift that happens before a launch where your being understands that you’re heading into a closed environment with the same people for days or months on end. I've found that situations that might irritate me on the ground don’t…

Even thought it’s generally a short ride filled with a lot of emotions, most crew members succumb to the need for a quick nap on the helo from the @SpaceX recovery ship to meet our ground team

CommanderMLA's tweet image. Even thought it’s generally a short ride filled with a lot of emotions, most crew members succumb to the need for a quick nap on the helo from the @SpaceX recovery ship to meet our ground team

30 years ago today, I came back to Earth for the first time as part of STS-73!

CommanderMLA's tweet image. 30 years ago today, I came back to Earth for the first time as part of STS-73!

Space is no longer just a frontier for exploration, it's an important area for solving Earth's most pressing challenges, from revolutionizing supply chains to advancing medical care to collective security. In just the last two decades, a staggering number of new companies have…

CommanderMLA's tweet image. Space is no longer just a frontier for exploration, it's an important area for solving Earth's most pressing challenges, from revolutionizing supply chains to advancing medical care to collective security. In just the last two decades, a staggering number of new companies have…

Axiom space, in cooperation with NASA and others, has successfully completed 4 private space flights, one each over the last four years. During that time we have minted twelve new astronauts, about a third of all new orbital flyers – all this from a private company. I look…

CommanderMLA's tweet image. Axiom space, in cooperation with NASA and others, has successfully completed 4 private space flights, one each over the last four years. During that time we have minted twelve new astronauts, about a third of all new orbital flyers – all this from a private company. I look…

The final moments of seeing friends and family before launching to space fills you with excitement, anticipation, and an immense gratitude for being given such an incredible opportunity.

CommanderMLA's tweet image. The final moments of seeing friends and family before launching to space fills you with excitement, anticipation, and an immense gratitude for being given such an incredible opportunity.

#OTD in 2000 I came back to Earth with STS-92, marking the 100th mission of NASA's Space Shuttle program!

CommanderMLA's tweet image. #OTD in 2000 I came back to Earth with STS-92, marking the 100th mission of NASA's Space Shuttle program!

A welcome distinction between a government and a private mission is the ability to count on science and outreach programs. Traditionally, details of a space mission can easily change. You may train for 6 months to run a specific experiment in space, but then something as simple…

CommanderMLA's tweet image. A welcome distinction between a government and a private mission is the ability to count on science and outreach programs. Traditionally, details of a space mission can easily change. You may train for 6 months to run a specific experiment in space, but then something as simple…

I launched into space for the first time 30 years ago today on Space Shuttle Columbia as part of STS-73.

CommanderMLA's tweet image. I launched into space for the first time 30 years ago today on Space Shuttle Columbia as part of STS-73.

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