(English proverb). Tree would bend when it bears fruit. (Azerbaijani proverb). Over a long distance, you learn about the strength of your horse; over a long time, you learn about the character of your friend. (Chinese proverb).
For these types of missions the training to prepare astronauts will likely include training as doctors, scientists, engineers, technicians, pilots, and geologists. In addition there will be a focus on the psychological aspects of long-duration missions where crew is largely isolated.ncrement-Specific Training starts only after an astronaut has been assigned to a flight. This phase lasts 18 months and prepares them for their role on their assigned mission. During this phase crewmembers as well as backup crews will train together.
Whatâs the difference between an astronaut and a cosmonaut? originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. Answer by Robert Frost, Trained NASA, ESA, JAXA, CSA, and RSA astronauts for the ISS, on Quora: 1  Cosmonauts are people trained and certified by the Russian Space Agency to work in space. Astronauts are people trained and certified by NASA, ESA, CSA, or JAXA to work in space.