Russian Cosmonaut Smashes Record: Over 878 Days in Space
In the realm of space exploration, new records are constantly being set. The latest achievement comes from Russian cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko, who has surpassed previous milestones to become the astronaut with the most time spent in space. With a total of over 878 days in orbit, Kononenko has solidified his place in spaceflight history.
Oleg Kononenko's space odyssey began in 2008 when he embarked on his first mission as part of the 17th main expedition to the International Space Station (ISS). Selected as a member of the cosmonaut corps of the Russian space state agency Roscosmos, Kononenko quickly proved himself as a capable and dedicated astronaut.
Over the years, Kononenko continued to push the boundaries of human space exploration, participating in multiple missions and accumulati...