What do astronauts do for entertainment and recreation?
Whatever they individually prefer. They do take their own preference kits along on their missions. Some read or write e-mails home on their laptops, others listen to music or play games. Again others just chat with folks on the ground via ham radio or with other crewmembers. However, for nearly all of them, at least in the early stages of their mission, the most preferred pastime is hanging around the windows, looking out into space and watching Earth roll by underneath. • How are the astronauts chosen for the ISS missions? What do you look for in candidates? Any adult man or woman in excellent physical condition who meets the basic qualifications can be selected to enter astronaut training. For mission specialists and pilot astronauts, the minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in engineering, science or mathematics from an accredited institution. Three years of related experience must follow the degree, and an advanced degree is desirable. Pilot astronauts must have at leas
