Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger

Retired NASA Astronaut| STS-131|NEEMO 16| mom| educator | geologist

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

Mark Kelly has and continues to serve his country. I stand with him.

[Senator Mark Kelly @SenMarkKelly]

When I was 22 years old, I commissioned as an Ensign in the United States Navy and swore an oath to the Constitution. I upheld that oath through flight school, multiple deployments on the USS Midway, 39 combat missions in Operation Desert Storm, test pilot school, four space shuttle flights at NASA, and every day since I retired – which I did after my wife Gabby was shot in the head while serving her constituents.

In combat, I had a missile blow up next to my jet and flew through anti-aircraft fire to drop bombs on enemy targets. At NASA, I launched on a rocket, commanded the space shuttle, and was part of the recovery mission that brought home the bodies of my astronaut classmates who died on Columbia. I did all of this in service to this country that I love and has given me so much.

Secretary Hegseth’s tweet is the first I heard of this. I also saw the President’s posts saying I should be arrested, hanged, and put to death.

If this is meant to intimidate me and other members of Congress from doing our jobs and holding this administration accountable, it won’t work. I’ve given too much to this country to be silenced by bullies who care more about their own power than protecting the Constitution.

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

This spring, as students around the world decide where they want to go, I'm so glad I had "The @whitmancollege Experience" https://t.co/YkwHAAlTBz via @YouTube

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

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Happy 50th birthday, @nbcsnl
You’ve brought us joy and laughter all these years!
#SNL50

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

Check out my latest article: February 11, International Day of Women and Girls in Science https://t.co/Mt381GDQRy via @LinkedIn

[NASA's Johnson Space Center @NASAJohnson]

"The crew of the space shuttle Challenger honored us by the manner in which they lived their lives. We will never forget them, nor the last time we saw them, this morning, as they prepared for their journey and waved goodbye and “slipped the surly bonds of earth'' to “touch the face of God.'' - President Ronald Reagan

39 years ago, @NASA_Astronauts Michael J. Smith, Francis R. “Dick” Scobee, Ronald E. McNair; Ellison S. Onizuka, S. Christa McAuliffe, Gregory B. Jarvis, and Judith A. Resnik tragically lost their lives on the space shuttle Challenger when an explosion erupted 73 seconds after liftoff.

#NASARemembers

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

Annual tradition-Day of Service. #mlkday2025 #MLKDay

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

3 Astronauts are coming to @museumofflight in January! @Astro_Cady @Astro_SEAL @Astro_Nicole #Seattle #museumofflight

[Challenger Center @ChallengerCtr]

#GivingTuesday has arrived, and your gift today could make a real difference in the educational journey of countless students. Not to mention - all donations made to Challenger Center today will be matched up to $5,000! That's double the impact: https://t.co/8WbxatQETl #STEM

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

Every Veteran’s Day, I am reminded of the service of my grandfathers, father, and uncles. I think of all the families impacted by that service. Freedom isn’t free. Thank you #Veterans Day24

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

I’ve voted 🗳️! @Space4Harris @GeeksForHarris
#Vote

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

This weekend I was back @whitmancollege and the time spent there reminded me why I’m #AllInForWhitman #WhitmanCollege #WhittiesGive #WhitmanAlumni

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

We love 💗 the @reignfc
@LumenField @NWSL
#hereforthecrown

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

Join this team of @GeeksForHarris on September 24!

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

It’s great to see @astro_Pettit back on the @Space_Station !

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

The statue captures her spirit of curiosity and joy; it honors the teaching profession; and it will remind future generations to explore. #ChristaMcAuliffe #Teachers #SpaceExploration #NewHampshire

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

Tomorrow, on her birthday, her statue will be unveiled. Thank you to all teachers! In her words, “I touch the future, I teach.” #ChristaMcAuliffe #Teachers #NewHampshire

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

Happy 40th birthday, Discovery!
You’ve inspired me, flown me to space, and allowed me to pass the dream on to future generations. #SpaceExploration

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

Rise up for Rapinoe…the retirement of @mPinoe #15 was an emotional reflection on all she’s accomplished on and off the field. @reignfc @NWSL

[Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger @AstroDot]

In line to honor @mPinoe and retire #15
@reignfc @NWSL @LumenField #Hereforthecrown