NASA Astronaut Luke Delaney

Luke Delaney was selected by NASA to join the 2021 Astronaut Candidate Class and reported for duty in January 2022. The Florida native holds degrees in mechanical and aerospace engineering.  He is a distinguished naval aviator that participated in exercises throughout the Asia Pacific region and conducted combat missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. As a test pilot, he executed numerous flights evaluating weapon system integrations, and served as a test pilot instructor. At the time of his selection as an Astronaut Candidate, Delaney worked as a Research Pilot at NASA’s Langley Research Center where he supported airborne science missions.