Hangar 46: Group Captain Katherine Bennell-Pegg
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Wearing two uniforms, Group Captain Bennell-Pegg represents the future of national pride, STEM leadership and Defence collaboration.Summary
Join us in the hangar as we chat to Group Captain Katherine Bennell-Pegg, an Australian astronaut, and recently commissioned Royal Australian Air Force Officer, on astronaut training, her career journey, and what we can all learn from space.
The conversation explores her remarkable journey into astronaut training, her career in science and space, and the lessons she’s learned from working at the edge of human exploration. Group Captain Bennell-Pegg discusses how her dual roles — in space and in service — reflect a shared sense of duty, national pride, and commitment to inspiring the next generation.
This episode is hosted by Air Commodore Jo Brick.