Frank Borman

Frank Borman

Known For

Acting

Born

March 14, 1928

Died

November 7, 2023 (aged 95)

Birthplace

Gary, Indiana, U.S.

Biography

Frank Borman was an American astronaut and Air Force colonel, best known for commanding Apollo 8, the first mission to orbit the Moon in December 1968. He had a distinguished career as a fighter pilot, test pilot, and later served as CEO of Eastern Air Lines after retiring from NASA in 1970.