Donald R. McMonagle, Date of Birth, Place of Birth

Donald R. McMonagle

American astronaut

Date of Birth: 14-May-1952

Place of Birth: Flint, Michigan, United States

Profession: astronaut, military officer, aircraft pilot

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Donald Ray McMonagle (born May 14, 1952) (Col, USAF, Ret.) is a former astronaut and a veteran of three shuttle flights.
He became the Manager, Launch Integration, at the Kennedy Space Center, Florida, on August 15, 1997.
In this capacity he was responsible for final shuttle preparation, launch execution, and return of the orbiter to KSC following landings at any other location.
He was chair of the Mission Management Team, and was the final authority for launch decision.