Prasanth Nair
Prasanth Nair | |
|---|---|
Nair in 2024 | |
| Born | August 26, 1976 Palakkad, Kerala |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Alma mater | |
| Occupations | |
| Space career | |
| ISRO astronaut | |
| Selection | 1st Vyomnaut Group (2019) |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | India |
| Branch | Indian Air Force |
| Years of service | 1998–present |
| Rank | Group Captain |
| Service number | 25284 |
| Spouse(s) | Lena |
Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair is a qualified flight instructor and a test pilot in the Indian Air Force. Nair is one of the four designated astronauts trained by ISRO to fly aboard the Gaganyaan crewed flight.