Jack Lousma Autographs
Jack Lousma, born on February 29, 1936, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a distinguished NASA astronaut and a veteran of two spaceflights, contributing significantly to the United States' space exploration efforts during the 1970s. After graduating from the University of Michigan with a degree in aeronautical engineering in 1959, Lousma began his career as a United States Marine Corps pilot. His military background, coupled with his engineering expertise, made him a prime candidate for NASA's astronaut program, which sought highly skilled individuals capable of handling the complexities of space missions.
Lousma's first spaceflight occurred in 1973 as part of the Skylab 3 mission, where he spent 59 days aboard the United States' first space station, Skylab. During this mission, Lousma and his crew conducted various scientific experiments, including studies related to solar activity and the effects of long-duration spaceflight on the human body. This second mission was pivotal not only for the scientific data it provided but also for enhancing our understanding of living and working in space over extended periods. Lousma's role in these groundbreaking studies solidified his importance in the annals of human space exploration.
Following his tenure on Skylab, Lousma participated in the STS-3 mission in 1982, where he served as the pilot aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia. This flight represented a critical step in the development of reusable spacecraft, and Lousma's expertise contributed to the shuttle program's ongoing evolution. After retiring from NASA in 1983, Lousma continued to share his passion for aerospace and education through various initiatives, ensuring that future generations would be inspired to reach for the stars. His remarkable career in space has left an indelible mark on the field of astronautics, and he remains a celebrated figure in the history of American space exploration.
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The most expensive item with a signature of Jack Lousma (FRED HAISE & Apollo 13 Four Flight Directors Signed 10 x 8 Photo Jack Lousma) was sold in February 2022 for $999.00 while the cheapest item (Jack Lousma Signed Autograph 4x6 Photo NASA STS-3 Skylab Marine Astronaut Auto) found a new owner for $0.01 in April 2023. The month with the most items sold (33) was March 2025 with an average selling price of $80.95 for an autographed item of Jack Lousma. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in August 2017 with $300.00 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $1.04 was January 2013. In average, an autographed item from Jack Lousma is worth $15.50.
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