Lee Archambault

Quick Facts

Full Name	Lee Archambault
Occupation	Astronaut
Date Of Birth	Aug 25, 1960(1960-08-25)
Age	64
Birthplace	Oak Park
Country	United States
Birth City	Illinois
Horoscope	Virgo

Lee Archambault Biography

Lee Archambault is one of the most popular and richest Astronaut who was born on August 25, 1960 in Oak Park, Illinois, United States. Retired astronaut who flew two Space Shuttle missions, serving first as pilot and then as commander.

He and Christopher Ferguson were both members of NASA Astronaut Group 17. Archambault piloted STS-117 while Ferguson piloted STS-115.

Archambault attended Proviso West High School, Hillside, Illinois, in 1978. Upon graduating from high school, he attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he earned Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering in 1982 and 1984, respectively.

Archambault received a commission of Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force from the Air Force Officer Training School at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, in January 1985. Upon completion, he attended the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training (ENJJPT) Program at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, and earned his pilot wings in April 1986. He then reported to Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico, where he served as a combat ready F-111D pilot in the 27th Tactical Fighter Wing until April 1990. In May 1990, he transitioned to the F-117A in the 37th Tactical Fighter Wing at Nellis Air Force Base/Tonopah Test Range, Nevada. From November 1990 to April 1991, he deployed to Saudi Arabia in support of Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm and flew twenty-two combat missions in the F-117A during the Gulf War. He served a second F-117A tour in Saudi Arabia from August 1991 to December 1991 in support of post-Desert Storm peacekeeping efforts. In August 1992, Archambault was reassigned to Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, where he served as an F-117A instructor pilot and operational test pilot for the 57th Wing. Archambault attended the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School at Edwards Air Force Base, California, from July 1994 until June 1995. In July 1995, he was assigned to the 46th Test Wing at the Air Force Development Test Center, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. There, he performed weapons developmental flight tests in all models of the F-16. Archambault was the assistant operations officer for the 39th Flight Test Squadron when he was selected for the astronaut program. Archambault is a Colonel in the U.S. Air Force.

He married and had three children.

Lee Archambault Net Worth

Lee Archambault is one of the richest Astronaut from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Lee Archambault 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He achieved the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Air Force.

He served as CAPCOM (Capsule Communicator) for STS-121.

Lee Joseph “Bru” Archambault (born August 25, 1960) is an American test pilot and former NASA astronaut. He has logged over 4,250 flight hours in more than 30 different aircraft. Archambault is married with three children. His hobbies include bicycling, weightlifting, and playing ice hockey. Archambault has received numerous awards and honors throughout his life. He has also flown two Space Shuttle missions, as pilot of STS-117 in 2007 and as commander of STS-119 in 2009. Archambault left NASA in 2013 after a 15-year career with the agency in order to become a test pilot for Sierra Nevada Corporation on their Dream Chaser orbital spaceplane project.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Lee Archambault height Not available right now. Lee weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Lee Archambault Dating?

According to our records, Lee Archambault is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Lee Archambault’s is not dating anyone.

Relationships Record : We have no records of past relationships for Lee Archambault. You may help us to build the dating records for Lee Archambault!

In early March, 2019, Archambault obtained his type rating in the Bombardier Dash 8, previously known as the de Havilland Canada Dash 8 or DHC-8, a series of twin-engine, medium-range, turboprop airliners. Archambault currently flies the Dash 8 part-time.

Facts & Trivia

Lee Ranked on the list of most popular Astronaut. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Lee Archambault celebrates birthday on August 25 of every year.

Top Facts about Lee Archambault

1. Lee Archambault was born on August 25, 1960.
2. He served as a test pilot in the US Air Force.
3. Archambault flew two space shuttle missions for NASA.
4. He piloted STS-117 and commanded STS-119.
5. Archambault logged over 27 days in space.
6. He retired from NASA in 2013 after 15 years of service.
7. Archambault is married with two children.
8. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
9. Archambault received numerous awards during his career, including the Defense Superior Service Medal and the Distinguished Flying Cross.
10. He currently works as a consultant for aerospace companies and serves on advisory boards for universities and non-profit organizations.