Let's make this birthday one to remember.

87 years old (Born on September 11, 1937)

Happy Birthday, Robert Crippen! Celebrating the fearless pilot who took Columbia on its maiden voyage and returned safely to Earth—proof that even NASA couldn't stop you from orbiting the world with style. Your shuttle launches made history; your legendary landings inspired countless dreams of space adventures, or at least decent parking skills.

From navigating STS-1's groundbreaking mission to commanding Challenger missions like a superstar sky chauffeur—your career soared higher than most astronauts' egos (and that's saying something). Here's wishing you another stellar rotation around the sun filled with laughs, good memories, and gravity-defying fun. Aim for cake—even astronauts need fuel!