Turkmenistan’s Oleg Kononenko Sets World Record for Most Time Spent in Space
Ashgabat, The Gulf Observer: Oleg Kononenko, an esteemed Hero of Turkmenistan and the commander of the Roscosmos cosmonaut corps, has etched his name in history by breaking the world record for the total duration of stay in space. As reported by the TASS news agency on Sunday, Kononenko achieved this remarkable feat on February 4, 2024, amassing an unprecedented 878 days, 11 hours, 29 minutes, and 48 seconds in space.
Currently embarking on his fifth space flight, Kononenko is poised to make history once again on June 5, 2024, at 00:00:20 Moscow time. On this date, he is set to become the first person ever to spend an extraordinary 1,000 days in the vast expanse of space. As his annual expedition concludes, Kononenko’s cumulative time in space is anticipated to reach an astounding 1,110 days, solidifying his position as a trailblazer in the realm of human space exploration.
The achievement not only underscores Kononenko’s exceptional dedication and resilience but also signifies a monumental milestone in the ongoing pursuit of unraveling the mysteries of space. His record-breaking accomplishment adds a new chapter to the illustrious history of space exploration, inspiring generations to come. The Roscosmos cosmonaut corps and the global space community celebrate Oleg Kononenko’s unparalleled contributions and eagerly anticipate the upcoming milestone in June.
