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Nichole “Vapor” Ayers
NASA
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Nichole “Vapor” Ayers
NASA
@Astro_Vapor
2021 NASA Astronaut. Lt Col, U.S. Air Force. F-22 Raptor Pilot. Twin Sister, Auntie.
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    Nichole “Vapor” Ayers
    NASA
    @Astro_Vapor
    Aug 8, 2025
    Wow. I can’t believe how fast the time went by and that we are already on our last day in space. I’m so grateful for these crewmates. They made our mission something I will never forget. We had so many belly laughs, good conversations, and impeccable operational prowess. I
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    Nichole “Vapor” Ayers
    NASA
    @Astro_Vapor
    Aug 7, 2025
    With Crew-11 docked to the zenith port, we have a great view of our Dragon. Here’s a night pass with a view of Endurance from Endeavor. Also, look at the shadow from the Moon!
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    Nichole “Vapor” Ayers
    NASA
    @Astro_Vapor
    Aug 4, 2025
    Sunday was hair wash day!
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    Nichole “Vapor” Ayers
    NASA
    @Astro_Vapor
    Aug 2, 2025
    I got the best wake-up call ever this morning when we found out Crew-11 was going to be a little early! They made it safely to the @Space_Station, and it was a beautiful rendezvous (so naturally I had to take a few photos). So happy to have our friends on board! Congrats
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    Nichole “Vapor” Ayers
    NASA
    @Astro_Vapor
    Jul 31, 2025
    Due to atmospheric drag, the @Space_Station decelerates over time, which causes a loss in altitude. We have to execute a reboost in order to get back to speed and altitude. When the thrusters are firing, you can feel and see the acceleration inside the station! Ha, we had fun
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